Withdrawal from a Course
A student may officially withdraw from a course until the midpoint of the course via written notice to the Office of Student Affairs. A student who withdraws from a course at or before the midpoint will receive a designation of Withdrawn (W) on the student's transcript for that course. After the midpoint of a course, a student who wishes to discontinue participation in a course will receive a final grade of Fail (F) on the student's transcript for that course. Students should refer to the academic calendar on the Zucker School of Medicine’s website for course dates.
In the case of a serious health issue or other compelling extenuating circumstance, a student may petition the Office of Student Affairs who will initiate the process to evaluate the opportunity to officially withdraw from a course after the midpoint of a course. Approval is not guaranteed. If approved, the student will receive a designation of Withdrawn (W) on the student's transcript. If not approved, the student will receive a final grade of Fail (F) on the student's transcript for that course.
If a student is in serious academic status or has a pending investigation for academic, professionalism, or technical deficiencies, the student will not be permitted to officially withdraw from a course until the investigation has concluded.
Withdrawal from the Zucker School of Medicine
A student may withdraw from the Zucker School of Medicine at any time upon written application to the Office of Student Affairs. Any unfinished coursework will be recorded on the transcript as per the policy on course withdrawals above.
A student who withdraws from the School and who later seeks re-entry must reapply via regular procedures through the Admissions Committee.
Withdrawal from a Program or Program Component
MD
In the event an MD student elects to withdraw from the MD program after having successfully completed the first 100 weeks coursework (this is inclusive of all of the courses listed in the Policy on Academic Advancement and Graduation), they may withdraw from the MD program and apply to be considered for entry to the Master of Science in Medical Science program.
MD/OMS
In the event an MD/OMS student elects to withdraw from either the MD or the OMS component of the program, the student may be permitted to continue training in the other component of the program, dependent on approval from the MD/OMS program director and the dean. The student will be subject to the policies and responsible for the financial obligations of the program in which they remain.
MD/PhD
In the event an MD/PhD student elects to withdraw from either the MD or the PhD component of the program, the student may be permitted to continue training in the other component of the program, dependent on approval from the MD/PhD program director and the dean. The student will be subject to the policies and responsible for the financial obligations of the program in which they remain.
References to Regulations and/or Other Related Polices
Policy on Academic Standing
Policy on Tuition Refunds (Withdrawal Impact on Financial Aid)
Transcript Guidelines
LCME Element 10.3: Policies Regarding Student Selection/Progress and their Dissemination
Last Updated: August 2024