Withdrawing from NAU
Review the official withdraw options below and follow the steps that match where you are in the term. If you decide to withdraw, review the support resources for offices you may want to contact. Following these steps carefully protects your finances, your academic record, and your options for returning. University dates and deadlines apply in every situation.
Need help with any of this?
Contact your academic advisor. They can explain how withdrawing may affect your goals, review your academic progress and degree plan, and help you plan your next steps. You can find your advisor in LOUIE, or contact University Advising at universityadvising@nau.edu or 928-523-4772.
Select the option that best describes your situation:
Option 1: I am new student and my first term has not yet started.
If your first term has not yet begun, contact NAU Admissions for guidance, and review the dates and deadlines that apply to your term.
Option 2: I am a current student and want to withdraw now.
Before withdrawing, contact your academic advisor to discuss how withdrawing from NAU can affect important NAU contracts, your academics, and finances.
What happens academically and financially?
Possible Outcomes:
- If you withdraw prior to the Last Day to Drop with 100% Tuition Reimbursement Deadline you will receive a full tuition reimbursement.
- If you withdraw prior to the Last Day to Drop Courses Without a “W” your enrollment will not appear on your transcript.
- If you withdraw after the Last Day to Drop Courses Without a “W” and prior to the Last Day to Withdraw Without a Petition a grade of “W” will appear on your transcript for each dropped course.
Check the important dates and deadlines to determine which deadlines apply to you.
Ready to withdraw?
- If you decide to withdraw from a term that is currently in progress, drop all of your courses for that term in LOUIE and contact your academic advisor.
Option 3: I am a current student and want to complete my current semester and then withdraw from NAU.
- Finish your coursework for the current term, and don’t enroll in any future terms.
- If you’re already registered for a future term, drop those classes in LOUIE before the deadlines that apply.
- Check the dates and deadlines, and contact your academic advisor.
- If you are planning to attend a future semester, speak with your advisor.
Option 4: I am unable to complete a term due to unexpected and nonacademic circumstances.
If unexpected, nonacademic circumstances prevent you from completing a term, you may submit a Term Withdrawal & Reimbursement Petition for all classes in that term. Approval is not guaranteed.
Withdrawing from a term after this deadline is an exception to university policy and requires a petition with supporting documentation.
Important Departments to Contact When Withdrawing:
These offices can help you understand what to expect when withdrawing and help resolve any outstanding items, such as canceling contracts. If applicable to you, select an office to view details.
Veteran Success Center
Schedule changes can significantly affect VA and military education benefits. Veterans and military-connected students should contact the Veteran Success Center before making any class changes.
vets@nau.edu | 928-523-8387
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Withdrawing may affect your aid eligibility, including Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) status and merit aid, and may result in a balance owed to NAU. Financial aid processing for a full-term withdrawal can take up to 45 days. You can review your loan history and servicers at studentaid.gov. If you will be attending another school, update your FAFSA.
servicecenter@nau.edu | 928-523-9501
Student & Departmental Account Services (SDAS)
Financial aid recalculations can create a balance up to 45 days after you withdraw, so continue to monitor your account. SDAS can set up payment arrangements if needed. Make sure direct deposit is set up so you receive any refunds.
SDAS@nau.edu | 928-523-3122 |
Campus Living (Flagstaff Mountain Campus)
Campus housing is available only to registered students. If you are no longer registered, you will need to move out. Move-out details are available online and in the housing portal.
Campus.Living@nau.edu | 928-523-3978 | in.nau.edu/campus-living
Campus Dining
Contact Campus Dining to cancel your meal plan. Refunds are prorated and can take up to 30 business days.
University Transit Services / Parking
Review the current permit refund guidelines, then cancel or return your permit through the Parking Portal.
ask.parking@nau.edu | 928-523-6623
NAU Bookstore
Return any rented textbooks. | 928-523-6691
Staying Connected and Returning to NAU
Continue checking your NAU email for your final bill, financial aid updates, and petition decisions, and keep your mailing address current in LOUIE. When you are ready to return, the steps depend on how long you have been away:
- Away for fewer than 3 consecutive terms: enroll as usual in LOUIE.
- Away for 3 or more consecutive terms: apply for readmission by contacting readmissions.
- Returning after academic suspension: submit an Academic Reinstatement Appeal.
Student Service Center: servicecenter@nau.edu | 928-523-9501