Undergraduate Late Drop and Semester Withdrawal

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Instructions:

1. Tell Us What Happened – Personal Statement

Attach a typed statement that explains your situation. Be specific and honest. Include:

1. A timeline of what happened (with dates and names).
2. How the situation affected your ability to do well in your classes.
3. Why you weren’t able to drop the course(s) before the official deadline.
4. Why you're only dropping one class, some classes, or all classes (whichever applies).
5. How this drop or withdrawal will help you stay on track and succeed going forward.

2. Show Proof – Upload Supporting Documents

Attach documents that support your situation. They must include your name, dates, and a brief description. Submit only the relevant pages. Redact unrelated or sensitive information.

Examples of acceptable documentation:

• Medical: Completed Healthcare Provider Form [pdf] or note from a licensed provider.
• Legal: Court order, police report, eviction notice.
• Accident: Insurance claim or official report.
• Military Duty: Official orders or letter from a Commanding Officer.
• Caregiver Responsibilities: Healthcare provider letter, legal document, or birth certificate.

3. Choose the Right Form – Petition Links (available 8:00 am Sep. 18, 2025 to 5:00 pm Nov. 17, 2025)

Fill out the correct online form through DocuSign.

• Single Late Course Drop Request – Use if you're dropping one or two courses.
• Late Semester Withdrawal Request – Use if you're dropping all your courses for the term or only enrolled in one course. 

Note: requests related to the non-receipt of financial aid during the summer or winter sessions will be denied. See FAQ's for details.

Drop Deadlines

Please see the Registrar's website for additional deadlines. SJSU Online Program, please see Dates and Deadlines website.

*date subject to change

*date subject to change

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