Students may need to leave the university for personal reasons. Students considering withdrawal from the university are urged to speak with advisors, residence hall deans (when applicable), parents/guardians or spouses, before beginning the withdrawal process. The process involves meeting with the Retention Specialist in the Center for Student Success. Students should follow the steps below to complete the process of withdrawal from the university:
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Log into you MyOakwood
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Select the “Student” tab
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Select “Withdrawal Process”
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Select “Oakwood University Withdrawal Form” and complete the form
Once the form has been processed, a grade of “W” will be entered for all courses.
Important Notes:
- The withdrawal form must be submitted at least one week prior to final exams.
- After the form is accepted, students have 24 hours to rescind the withdrawal.
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Requests to rescind must be made in writing and submitted to the Registrar’s Office.
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Students who withdraw and wish to return in a future term must complete the Returning Student Application.
(See Refund and Repayment Policy in the Financial Aid section of the bulletin).