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Office of the University Registrar

University Withdraw

If you wish to withdraw from all your courses in which you are enrolled, this process is known as a University Withdraw. You can withdraw from the University before the end of the 12th week during the regular semester. Students may withdraw from the university for any reason, including financial or physical hardship per University Policy 2.1.14.

BEFORE withdrawing: Withdrawing can affect your financial aid, including federal loan eligibility and repayment. Contact Financial Aid at FinancialAid@IllinoisState.edu to review how a university withdrawal may affect your specific aid package and whether you could have a balance due now or a reduction in the future. 

  • Students who withdraw from the semester before the end of the tenth day of the term will not have withdrawal (WX) grades on their transcript and will need to re-apply to the University if they plan to attend for a future term. 
  • Students who withdraw from the semester after the end of the tenth day of the term will receive withdrawal (WX) grades on their transcript and can return for the next semester without reapplying for admission. Students will register for the next semester classes on their assigned registration date as normal. 
  • Students who withdraw for the current term, but know they will not attend the next semester, but plan to return for a future term, may request a Leave of Absence for the upcoming semester(s). 
    • If health or other unique reasons make it difficult for you to successfully continue attending Illinois State University you can withdraw for the current term and may request a leave of absence for the next semester for up to six (6) consecutive terms (Fall, Spring, Summer). Please review the Leave of Absence Policy and the Leave of Absence website to ensure you understand the difference between University withdraw and Leave of Absence to determine which option is best for you and your situation. 

International students, contact International Student and Scholar Services at InternationalEngagement@IllinoisState.edu. prior to withdrawing as there may be impacts to your VISA status. 

How to Withdraw from Illinois State

View the Withdrawal Checklist

Online

The most common way to withdraw from the university is to submit your request online. To withdraw from the university, access the University Withdrawal Request Form and follow the steps listed on the form. If you are unable to submit the University Withdrawal Request Form, please email Registrar@IllinoisState.edu for assistance.

In Person

Visit the Registrar's Office in 107 Moulton Hall with a photo ID.

If circumstances make it impossible for you to follow the usual withdrawal procedures, or you need to withdraw after the deadline, please submit the Request for Change form and a statement that explains your situation with appropriate documentation. Instructions for the Request for Change form.

Transcript Notations

  • If you withdraw from the University during hte add/drop period, courses will not appear on your transcript.
  • If you withdraw from the University after the add/drop period, your transcript will include the withdraw grades (WX) for all courses.
  • If you do not officially withdraw from the University, you will receive a failing grade in each class.

In unusual cases, exceptions may be granted by the University Registrar.

Tuition and Financial Aid Adjustments

For questions about tuition adjustments, contact Student Accounts at (309) 438-5643. University Tuition Adjustment Calendar

For questions about financial aid adjustments, contact the Financial Aid Office at (309) 438-2231.