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Withdraw from semester-based courses

It is important to be aware of the deadlines for withdrawing from courses at ������Ƶ.  

• With refund: Make sure to withdraw before the deadline to receive a refund for academic and foundational courses.
• Without refund: If you withdraw after the deadline, you won’t receive a refund. 

Withdrawals not done through myOkanagan must be completed at your campus registration office. Instructors, advisors, and financial aid representatives can't withdraw you from courses; they can only advise you to contact the registration office.  

Step-by-step instructions 

To withdraw from academic, university-level, or foundational courses, follow the steps on the ������Ƶ website. Be mindful of the deadlines to withdraw with a tuition refund and the last date to withdraw without receiving a failing grade (a “W” on your transcript). For more details, visit the ������Ƶ important dates page.  

Online withdrawal  

Step 1: Log in to your myOkanagan account 

Step 2: Go to “My program” 

Step 3: Select “Registration” 

Step 4: Click “Register” (add/drop) classes 

Step 5: Select the desired term 

Step 6: Select the course(s) you wish to withdraw from 

Step 7: Choose “Web withdrawal” 

In person withdrawal  

• Visit the administrative/registrar’s office at your campus
• Fill out a registration and withdrawal form 
   

Email registration department  

Students can email registration with their request to withdraw. Please provide your student number, term, course name and number. 

Related questions  

How do I withdraw from an upgrading program? 
Students can go to the administrative/registrar’s office on campus and fill out a registration and withdrawal form. Once completed, the registration clerk can process your withdrawal from the course.  

Option 2: Log in to your myOkanagan account  

Step 1: Click “My useful links”  

Step 2: Student forms  

Step 3: Registration and withdraw  

Step 4: Fill out the applicable areas and submit 

Option 3: Students can email registration with their request to withdraw. Please provide your student number, term, course CRN#, course name and number. 

Students will need to be aware of the deadline dates to withdraw with the tuition fees reversed/refunded and of the deadlines to withdraw without receiving a failing grade (a “W” on your transcript). For more details, visit the ������Ƶ important dates page. /office-of-the-registrar/important-dates 
 
How do I withdraw from an ESL course? 
Students can go to the administrative/registrar’s office on campus and fill out a registration and withdrawal form. Once completed, the registration clerk can process your withdrawal from the course. 

Option 2: Log in to your myOkanagan account 

Step 1: Click “My useful links” 

Step 2: Student forms 

Step 3: Registration and withdraw 

Step 4: Fill out the applicable areas and submit 

Option 3: Students can email registration@okanagan.bc.ca. Please include your ������Ƶ student number, term, course name and number with the request to withdraw.  

Students will need to be aware of the deadline dates to withdraw with the tuition fees reversed/refunded and of the deadlines to withdraw without receiving a failing grade (a “W” on your transcript). For more details, visit the Okanagan college important dates page.  

What happens to my deposit if I fully withdraw from the program? 
All deposits at ������Ƶ are non-refundable. If you withdraw and have a credit on your account that includes the deposit, you will be reimbursed minus the deposit amount (depending on the withdrawal date). 

How to withdraw from a program due to medical or compassionate reasons? 
The request for withdrawal due to medical or compassionate reasons can be submitted for consideration by filling out the form.  

Steps for medical or compassionate withdrawal: 

Step 1: Fill out the form: Complete the 1st page. 

Step 2: Attach a doctor's note: If there's a medical reason, include a doctor's note or ensure the 2nd page is completed by the professional. 

Approval Process: 
Approval is based on the documentation you provide. 

Refund Requests: 

• Your refund request will be checked for eligibility.
• Any tuition refund will first go towards your outstanding account balance.
• Prorated refunds are issued by Financial Services and do not include admissions deposits or student association fees. 

The completed form will be accepted via email at registration@okanagan.bc.ca or handed in person at any campus location to the administration/office of the registrar. 

Resources and links 

Important dates | ������Ƶ 

Fees 

Student Forms | ������Ƶ 
 

Some withdrawals need approval from administration staff, and you might need to provide supporting documents.   

During high volume request times, withdrawal requests may take longer to process. We will process your request as soon as possible.