2024-2025 Student Handbook

Class Schedule Changes: Add/Drop Procedures and Considerations

Changes in class schedules may be made during formal registration until the class meets for the first time.  Full-time students (12 hours or more) may add/drop a course through an academic advisor or counselor.  Full-time and part-time students are required to add through their Academic Advisor; drops can be made through their Advisor or the Admissions/Registration office.  Please note that adds and drops may affect a student’s financial aid, academic scholarship, athletic eligibility, student visa status, and/or private insurance coverage.

New Drop / Refund Policy for DACC Courses:  If the student drops before completing 10% of the total class, tuition and course fees paid or payable will be refunded.  After 10% of the total class is completed, no refund will be issued.  During the semester, because of holidays, the drop date may land on a Saturday or Sunday.  If that happens, students or faculty can only drop the class using the Self Service card in myDACC since DACC offices are closed. 

Students should always check with Financial Aid and their Counselor before dropping from a class to determine impact.

Please remember that it is the student's responsibility to drop themselves from any classes using the Self Service card in myDACC or through the Admissions and Counseling offices.

All students should be aware of the consequences of dropping a course BEFORE they officially drop.

Consequences of Withdrawing or Dropping Classes as a Financial Aid Recipient

Students receiving Federal/State financial assistance are restricted to receiving assistance for 150% of the cumulative credit hours that the DACC College Catalog states it takes to get the degree or certificate.  Once 150% of the cumulative hours has been reached, the student is no longer eligible for Federal or State assistance.  Students should work with an Academic Advisor to request a Degree Audit for review to clarify what is needed to complete their program in a timely manner.  Students who receive financial aid should check with the Financial Aid office before they drop a course.

Consequences/Considerations for All Students Before They Drop/Withdraw

  • Eligibility for Veteran’s benefits. Students should check with the Financial Aid office or Veteran Services for advice.
  • Athletic Eligibility: All athletes should check with their coach and/or the Athletic Director’s office before they drop a course.
  • Eligibility for Academic scholarships (through DACC or external scholarships).
  • Some classes are only offered in the fall only, spring only, or every other year.
  • Is the course being dropped/withdrawn a prerequisite for an upcoming course?  If yes, it could extend the time to degree completion.