Withdrawing from Bowdoin College

• Academic Suspension (involuntary withdrawal)
• Academic/Disciplinary Dismissal (involuntary withdrawal)
• Academic/Social Disciplinary Suspension (involuntary withdrawal)
• Resignation (voluntary withdrawal)
• Medical leave (voluntary or involuntary withdrawal)
• Leave (voluntary)

See the Bowdoin College Catalogue and Academic Handbook for a full description of each type of withdrawal under "Other Academic Regulations."

Any student withdrawing from the College voluntarily or involuntarily during or for one or more semesters should read the Withdrawal Information Checklist to understand the ramifications of the withdrawal, and for information about follow up once the withdrawal is completed.

It is a student’s responsibility to know and abide by the College's payment and refund policies. By completing registration, you agree to be responsible for the amount of tuition and other charges set forth according to college policy, regardless of whether you attend these courses.

Notify us of your intent to withdraw
If you would like a voluntary leave or medical leave, please review the college’s policies in the Academic Handbook. 

We record your official date of withdrawal as your last date of attendance.

If you withdraw anytime after the second week of classes, you will receive a withdrawal (W) grade notation for all your courses. The grade of (W) does not affect your GPA, but does appear on your official transcript.