Hey guys, just mildly freaking out right now. Now, if I wanted to drop a class from my schedule at Georgia Military College, what would be the procedure? And which circumstances would qualify me for a 'W'? Thanks in advance, this whole thing has me on tenterhooks.
Generally speaking, each institution has its own policies and procedures when it comes to dropping a class, so I would recommend getting in touch with Georgia Military College's Registrar's Office or Academic Affairs for the most accurate information.
Typically, there are certain dates dictating when you can drop a class without any record—often around the first week or two of the term. Dropping the course during this period usually means there's no trace of that class on your transcript. If you drop a class after this period, commonly referred to as the "drop/add" or "course change" period, you might receive a 'W' (withdrawal) grade on your transcript. This 'W' signifies you've withdrawn from the course after the drop/add period but before the withdrawal deadline. It's worth mentioning that a 'W' does not affect your GPA, but it might raise questions for graduate admissions if there are many 'W's on your transcript.
As said, these procedures can vary significantly per institution. Therefore, in order to clarify the timeline and specific rules around dropping modules at your college, you should reach out to the relevant department at Georgia Military College. They should be able to guide you on the exact deadlines for the current term, exact steps to follow, implications of a 'W' grade, and any implications on your tuition fee refund, among other things.
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