Dropping that $1000-worth class. Options

[pandibeari]

I've dropped two classes in my career. One because I overloaded myself and couldn't handle the course load (I was taking more units than I should have, and ended up being too busy with extracurriculars and work to focus on all of them so I missed some lectures and discussions and fell behind), and one because of family issues/I hated hated HATED the class (I again was taking more units than I should have, family issues bogged me down/increased stress, and this particular class was taking up way more time/work than it should have for being a standard GE).

Money was never an issue in dropping classes. The issue was always, will I be able to pass the class without ruining my GPA (important for grad school), and by being in this class will I do worse in all of my other classes (yes).

[punkprincess]

Dropping a class you know you can't do well is always a plus. I learned that the hard way. I ended up failing the course and it limited me in a lot of things (getting an honors degree, applying for an internship program) etc etc. And it's a lot harder for you to get into grad school as well. (I was one of the lucky ones who ended up being a special case since the course I failed wasn't related to my major). But DON'T LEARN THE HARD WAY LIKE I DID!

[quarter.life]

one; ratemyprofessors.com
two; why did you sign up for it if you weren't even interested in it (and choosing a time like that)?
i wouldn't drop it unless it was early on or if i was failing at it later in the school year and just take the W instead of an F.

but it doesn't really matter if you drop one or not if you have enough credits to be considered full time student afterward, because if you drop and still have 13 you're not paying any more or less for extra credits since full time is considered a standard rate.

i'm in second year and i haven't dropped any classes so far so yeah, i guess i don't know how it is yet lol.

just select classes that you're going to be interested in for next semester so you won't have to risk dropping out again.

[mizswtifee]

you should have done your hwk before you registered.

I really don't understand why some people would drop a class, that's just a waste of money.
If you have done some research about the class/professor, you should do fine.

I've seen so many people dropped their class, because the class is too boring, it's too hard blah blah blah
so what? not everything in life is easy. Other people may be looking for that spot in that class, but because you registered for it, they can't take it.

You should only register for the classes you are capable of.

Anyways, my parents are fine with dropping classes, they just want me to be "happy" with whatever i choose.
so... just drop this course, but think about it next time before you register for classes!

[jvchou1316]

wait --- i never thought there were financial implications to dropping a class?
what do people mean by losing $1000?

is there a difference between public and private schools? financial aid vs. loans?

i'm confused, because people in my school drop courses left and right before the "drop date"....

the financial part is key to me if i were in this situation... i wouldn't drop it for the professor but i would drop it if the grade would kill gpa...

[Hatsumi]

wait --- i never thought there were financial implications to dropping a class?
what do people mean by losing $1000?

is there a difference between public and private schools? financial aid vs. loans?

i'm confused, because people in my school drop courses left and right before the "drop date"....

the financial part is key to me if i were in this situation... i wouldn't drop it for the professor but i would drop it if the grade would kill gpa...

Colleges usually have a set date where if you drop a class past that date, you will not get your money refunded. The $1000 the OP was talking about is the price of the class.

[lovesicles]

Some people are missing the $1000 point. I think.

Sure, dropping a class like $500 wouldn't be that big of a deal. Work some sort of part-time job, got you back that amount. But for like international, It costs a fortune to your parents. I, myself, just don't want to let the precious $$$ that my parents work so hard for, gone down the drain just for the sake of a pretty GPA if I know I can pass.

A "D" can be considered a pass depends on the course you take. I did got two D's. I did get the credits. It's all depend on how your situations.

but think of it in the long run.
i.e. for nursing students. even if you have a 4.0, you may or may not get into a nursing program of your choice. gpa matters a lot. sure, it may cost a fortune right now. but you'll be getting a good salary later.

[jvchou1316]

Colleges usually have a set date where if you drop a class past that date, you will not get your money refunded. The $1000 the OP was talking about is the price of the class.

but i mean don't u pay the same tuition per semester regardless of no. of classes taken or dropped?

[ninyaah]

We're the same age (: Haha. I did drop several classes before. My parents didn't like it, of course, but what's the use of going to class and getting terrible grades? My best friend dropped several of her classes last semester and she's going to take them this summer. Her parents were okay with it, though. Her grades are really high so maybe that's one of the reasons why they're okay with her dropping subjects.

[bonbons]

shoot, your classes are 1000? I wish my classes were that cheap...classes are 2100 per class for me.
I try not to drop my classes, and stick it out whether it be bad or good.
But I have done it, when I know I can't do it .

usually the school makes money if you take the "recommended amount" of credits which is like 13-14 creds. if you take more the school doesn't get a profit. I've been taking 18 creds so I don't feel as bad when I drop a class. but I usually don't drop unless I don't enjoy it or i know I'm going to fail.