Required to Withdraw

Required to Withdraw (RTW) is a procedure by which students who are not making progress in their studies are asked to withdraw from the University.   Students who are RTW for the first time are required to withdraw for a one-year period.  Students who are RTW for a second time are required to leave studies at the University.  At the end of each Winter term, academic records of each student whose cumulative average and/or major average is below 5.0 (C-) is reviewed and academic decisions are made as appropriate. 

First-year students whose grade point average is between 3.25 and 3.99 are normally allowed to continue through the Fresh Start. program, and are given another semester to improve.

The notation  “Required to Withdraw” (RTW) will show on your Student Information Screen, typically by early June, and a letter will be sent to your permanent address.

You will be able to complete Intersession and 12-week courses, but your Summer Session courses will be canceled. If the courses you complete bring your cumulative and/or major average to at least 4.0 for first-year students who started in Fall, or 5.0  for others, contact us immediately. You should be able to continue in Fall but you need to contact us to have your record reviewed.

You may also appeal your RTW decision if you have documented circumstances that explain your academic performance.

Email: DEANARTS@UWINDSOR.CA
519-253-3000 Ext. 2029
Room 110, Chrysler Hall Tower
(across from Registrar’s)