In order to officially drop a class, you often have to visit your academic counselor or the school office and fill out a form that may need to be signed by the teacher of that class. Many high schools only allow students to drop a class before a certain deadline.

Can I still drop a class CUNY?

You can withdraw from a course during the first three weeks of the semester for a partial refund of your tuition. Between the third week of the semester and the withdrawal deadline, you may withdraw from a course and receive a “W” on your transcript, which will not impact your GPA.

What happens to your GPA if you drop a class?

“A drop from the course is usually done early in the semester and has no impact on the student’s grade, GPA or transcript,” Croskey says. However, students should be very aware of deadlines, financial aid requirements and course timelines before dropping a class.