Quick Answer
MUST University's drop/add period lets you adjust your term or semester course schedule without academic penalty. This period corresponds to the first 7 calendar days of the term or semester assigned to the student. Dropping a course without registering for another may affect your enrollment, your tuition, and your SAP.
How It Works
MUST University offers a course adjustment period, known as drop/add, that allows students to adjust their course schedule without academic penalty. This period corresponds to the first 7 calendar days of the term (for master's programs) or the semester (for doctoral programs) assigned to the student.
If a student drops a course without registering for a replacement course, it is important to consider the possible impact on enrollment status, tuition, financial obligations, and the calculation of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
The adjustment period is different from a final withdrawal from enrollment (Withdrawal) or a leave of absence (LOA/PLOA). If what you need is to cancel your enrollment or request a leave of absence, rather than simply adjusting a course within the 7-day window, see the article "Financial Questions About Leave of Absence, Withdrawal, and Return," which explains how these financial rules work.
The adjustment period is also when a request to change program or course can be reviewed and, if approved, granted. To request a program or course change, the student must submit a written petition to the Program Coordinator, within the deadline set by the Academic Calendar. Approved changes take effect starting with the following term or semester, even if the request is reviewed during a term or semester already in progress.
Deadlines and Rules
Important Information: The drop/add period is limited to the first 7 calendar days of the term or semester assigned to the student.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the drop/add period last at MUST University?
7 calendar days, counted from the start of the student's term (master's) or semester (doctoral).
What happens if I drop a course without registering for another?
This may affect your enrollment status, your tuition, your financial obligations, and the calculation of your Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Before dropping a course without replacing it, consider these impacts.
If I want to cancel my enrollment, should I use the drop/add period to do so?
No. The adjustment period is meant to adjust your course schedule within the current term or semester, without academic penalty. A final withdrawal from enrollment (Withdrawal) or a leave of absence (LOA/PLOA) follow their own process, explained in the article "Financial Questions About Leave of Absence, Withdrawal, and Return."
Can I request a program or course change during the adjustment period?
Yes. A request to change program or course can be reviewed and, if approved, granted during the adjustment period. The request must be made in writing to the Program Coordinator, within the deadline set by the Academic Calendar, and the change only takes effect in the following term or semester.
What is the difference between the drop/add period and the "Withdraw (Drop)" status shown on my record?
These are different things, even though they use similar words. The drop/add period is the 7-day window to adjust your course schedule without penalty. The "Withdraw (Drop)" status, on the other hand, is assigned to a student who is not attending classes, is not on LOA/PLOA, and/or is not meeting their financial obligations, resulting in separation from the university (with the possibility of requesting readmission later).
Didn't Work? Do This
| Situation | What to Do |
|---|---|
| I don't know if I'm still within the drop/add period | Open a ticket with the Registrar's Office stating the start date of your term or semester. |
| I want to add or remove a course from my schedule | Open a ticket with the Registrar's Office to check whether you are still within the adjustment deadline. |
| I want to cancel my enrollment or request a leave of absence (LOA/PLOA) | See the article "Financial Questions About Leave of Absence, Withdrawal, and Return" or open a ticket with the Finance Office. |
| I want to request a program or course change | Send a written petition to your Program Coordinator, or open a ticket with the Registrar's Office to find out the deadline set by the Academic Calendar. |
| Nothing worked | Open a ticket with the Registrar's Office by emailing registrar@mustedu.com, describing your question about the drop/add period. |
See Also
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