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Withdrawal

Students may be able to withdraw from a term if they have not completed finals in any of their classes.

Students who have paid term fees may be eligible to withdraw from a term on or after the first day of instruction if they have not completed any of the classes in which they enrolled. Students who withdraw from the University once instruction begins must submit a withdrawal notice.

Failing to attend classes, dropping all classes, neglecting courses, or stopping payment on checks tendered for registration fees does not constitute notice of withdrawal. A fine is assessed if any payment for registration fees is returned by a bank for any reason, including stopped payment or insufficient funds.

New undergraduate students who withdraw on or before Friday of week three of their first quarter are not eligible for readmission. They must reapply to UCLA using a UC admission application.

Fee Refunds

The effective date for determining a refund of fees is the date a student submits the withdrawal notice to the College, school, or Division of Graduate Education. It is presumed that no University services are to be provided to the student after that date. Detailed fee refund information is included with the form. See also refund schedules.

Students who received financial aid for the term may be billed for all or a portion of the aid received. Financial Aid and Scholarships notifies students of the amount of aid that must be returned.

Active Duty Military

Enrolled UCLA students may withdraw from an academic term and receive a full refund if they meet these three conditions

  • Are members of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard
  • Are called to active duty, state training, or state service
  • Are using an education benefit administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as a chapter benefit)

Students should request an exception to the existing UCLA refund policy when completing the withdrawal notice. Students should contact the Veteran Resource Center by e-mail to update their benefit status once they have withdrawn.

Enrolled students who are also active military service members using an education benefit administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs may request an incomplete grade when called to active duty. These students may also request an extension of the completion deadline until they resume attendance at UCLA.

Submission and Processing

The withdrawal notice is submitted to and reviewed by the student’s College or school, or the Division of Graduate Education, for validity of information and to establish the conditions for readmission or continuation. Detailed instructions are included with the form. The student is automatically notified of the College, school, or division decision.

For questions, contact the appropriate student services office.