Dropping and Withdrawing

Financial aid, visa status and enrollment considerations

Dropping or withdrawing from one or more classes may affect your status as a full-time student, your tuition calculation and your financial aid eligibility. 

If you are currently receiving financial aid or have received aid previously, you may be responsible for paying back some or all of the aid if you drop or withdraw from one or more classes. 

• If you are unsure about your financial aid status, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for information.
• Contact Bursar's Office for information about refund calculations and deadlines

F-1 International and J-1 exchange students should contact the Division of International Programs before dropping or withdrawing from classes, as these actions may affect their visa status in the U.S. 

• F-1 students should email f1@sfsu.edu
• J-1 students should email exchange@sfsu.edu  

Students receiving veterans' benefits also need to be mindful of the special rules required to receive benefits and maintain eligibility. Contact the Veteran's Service Center for assistance. 

• For information on how to reenroll, please go to registrar.sfsu.edu/reenroll

Student withdrawal

Students not attending a class in which they are enrolled must drop or request to withdraw from the class; failure to do so will result in a failing grade on the student's record (F or WU). 

Withdrawing occurs when you request to remove yourself from classes AFTER the drop deadline. Check dates and deadlines for up to date information.