Is it possible to have a W removed from your transcript?

Answer 1

The W will not affect the transcript in terms of your Grade Point Average (GPA). It's much better to have a W than get a D or F which would pull down your GPA. There are many reasons why students choose to withdraw from a course, so this is not uncommon. However, I would try to hold down the number of withdrawals as much as possible. While there are some legitimate reasons for a withdrawal, it just doesn't look good when students develop a pattern of withdrawals. Do your best to avoid dropping courses, but as I said, it is better than getting a low grade in the end. If the withdrawal is because of a problem understanding the content of the course, then seek help from the academic learning center at your college or university.

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Answer 2

Yes, it is possible to have them removed as long as the class was dropped under extreme unavoidable circumstances. In these cases they require valid proof (i.e doctor notes, funeral dates, etc.). At UNO they require you to file an appeal form explaining the circumstances and reasons for dropping the course. Just go to either your advisor or your college and ask them how to go about appealing a W.