… by the posted add deadline (see Acaemic Calendar Deadlines) . Dropping Before and After the Semester Begins: You may Drop classes through the Student Information System until the last day to drop with a "W". There are three deadlines for … the term will have notation of "W" (withdrawal) recorded for the dropped course on their transcript. Excessive "W" grades may lead to academic dismissal. Dropping with a "Grade" - (Grade required - After 75% of the term): Students who remain in a … shall be recorded by the instructor based on the grade average of the student during the period of attendance. Students may receive a failing grade in any course when they stop attending class and do not officially drop the class. Dropping Short …