How To Drop a Class at Purdue Global

When you're attending college, sometimes things come up. You may find that you don't care for a class you're enrolled in or simply can't handle such a large course load right now.

Whatever the reason, if you are attending Purdue Global, you are wondering about how you can drop a class. Keep reading for more information.

Are You Allowed to Drop Classes at Purdue Global?

First off, you may not even be sure that your school allows you to drop classes. Is it possible to drop a class at Purdue Global?

Generally speaking, most schools do allow students to drop a course when necessary. Purdue Global is no exception.

In fact, Purdue Global provides a detailed process on how to drop classes on their website. Since Purdue Global is affiliated with Purdue Global, the same process applies.

Do You Have to Pay for Dropped Classes at Purdue Global?

Purdue Global offers the Purdue Global Commitment, which is a try-before-you-buy option that allows new students to enroll in courses with no financial obligations for the first three weeks.

During that time, you have the option to drop any class or withdraw from the school altogether without having to pay for any of the time you spend in classes.

Please note that this applies only to first-time students at Purdue Global. Returning students are not eligible to take part in the Purdue Global Commitment.

If you are a returning student, or if you're a new student outside of the three-week window, your options are a little more limited.

You have the ability to drop any of your classes within the first seven days without being charged tuition or fees for that class.

However, if you drop the course after the seven-day window, you will need to pay for the entire course.

Most courses at Purdue Global cost $371 per credit hour, and most courses consist of three credit hours. So, if you drop a course anytime after the first seven days, you'll have to pay $1,113 in tuition plus any fees associated with the course.

With this in mind, it's best to give it some thought before enrolling in courses and only enroll in ones you think you can commit to. If you decide a course just isn't for you, try to make that decision within the first week.

How to Drop a Class at Purdue Global

Now, let's take a closer look at the process for dropping a class at Purdue Global. This information is also available on the school's website and in video form on YouTube.

Step 1: Log Into myPurdue

As a student at Purdue Global, you should already have a myPurdue account set up. Start by logging into your account.

From the Registration tab, navigate to the Scheduling Assistant tab. This is not to be confused with the Student Course Requests tab; all drop requests must be made through the Scheduling Assistant.

If you are having trouble locating the Scheduling Assistant tab, you should be able to find a clickable link to it on the left side of the webpage.

Step 2: Locate the Class You wish to Drop

Once you are in the Scheduling Assistant, you will see a list of the courses you are enrolled in. Find the one you plan to drop and double-check that it is the correct one.

Click on the course. This will bring up a separate window with options for the course.

Click on the button that says Drop CLASS'. Another window will pop up asking you to confirm whether you want to drop the class. Click yes to confirm.

Step 3: Submit the Drop Request

Once you have selected and confirmed the class you want to drop, click on the button labeled 'Submit Schedule.'

This will bring up another pop-up window stating that the course is about to be dropped and asking if you want to proceed. Click 'yes.'

The dropped class may require authorization before it is processed. Otherwise, the class will be dropped immediately.

Step 4: Request Approval if Necessary

If authorization is necessary, another pop-up window will appear asking you to submit the drop request for approval. Click the button labeled 'Request Approvals.'

Another box will appear allowing you to enter a comment. This is optional; you can use it to include an explanation of why you are dropping the class if desired.

Once you are finished with your comment, check the 'Disclaimers' box and then click on 'Request Approvals' again.

Step 5: Check to Make Sure the Class Has Been Dropped

When you return to the Scheduling Assistant, you will see that the dropped course status has been changed to pending if it is awaiting approval.

Otherwise, the course should no longer appear in the Scheduling Assistant.

If you want to make sure your class has been successfully dropped, navigate to the Detail Schedule in your myPurdue account. The class you dropped should appear with a status of withdrawn.

Your Guide for Dropping Classes at Purdue Global

Purdue Global allows students to drop classes if necessary. It is best to do this within seven days of the first class session.

By following the detailed steps above, you should be able to easily and painlessly drop a course through your myPurdue account.