Each term has three different time periods during which different rules for Drop/Add apply. The dates at which these periods begin and end are very firm, and are listed in the LSA Calendar each term. It is the student's responsibility to know these dates and rules.

Period I - Weeks 1-3 of full terms (weeks 1-2 of half-terms):
You may drop and add courses at any time via web registration http://wolverineaccess.umich.edu

Period II - Weeks 4-9 of full terms (weeks 3-4 1/2 of half-terms):
Drop/Add requests are processed through the Academic Advising Center in 1255 Angell Hall. Go there, pick up a Drop/Add Form, have it signed both by the course instructor and by an academic advisor, then return it. Drops during this period receive a grade of 'W' on your transcript.

Period III - After the 9th week of full term (4 1/2 weeks of half-terms):
Course drops are possible only under extreme, extenuating circumstances that arise after the Period II deadline. Such circumstances may include serious, unanticipated poor health (with doctor's documentation) or severe, unanticipated personal problems. Poor academic performance or threat of failure is not an acceptable reason for a late drop during Period III.

You must fill out a Petition Form from the Academic Advising Center in 1255 Angell Hall, and have it signed by both the course instructor and an academic advisor, then return it. A committee will meet to consider your request, then inform you by mail of its decision.

Note: This information is intended as a rough guide only. For more details, special cases or unusual circumstances, consult an academic advisor or the LSA Bulletin.