The WD grade is assigned by the Office of the Registrar when the student who has attended at least one class session drops a course after the financial aid certification date but before the end of the refund period. The WD grade does not appear on the student's transcript.

What is WD in grade?

The WD (withdrawal) grade signifies an official withdrawal from a course approved by the Office of the Registrar. It is not assigned by the instructor.

What does a WD mean on your transcript?

WD (Withdraw Drop)

A non-punitive grade initiated by a student when a class is dropped via CUNYfirst after the financial aid certification date but before the published withdrawal period (usually, the 2nd and 3rd week of classes). The course and grade will not appear on transcripts.