how to drop online course lonestar

by Dr. Jayda Larson 5 min read

Before it starts:
  1. If there are no holds on account – the student can drop in MyLoneStar.
  2. If there are holds on account – go to Schedule Change Form For Dropping Online Courses. Read the instructions carefully. Download and complete the form. Email it using your my.lonestar email account to: [email protected].
Dec 16, 2020

How do I drop a course in mylonestar?

Homeschool students MUST come to campus to drop or contact the LSC-M DC representative. If you transfer high schools after the first day of classes, you will be dropped from your dual credit courses if the W date has not passed. If the W date has passed, please work with your high school and dual credit teacher to arrange completion of the ...

How do I get a refund from Lone Star College?

Class Cancellation - If the college cancels or discontinues a scheduled course, a 100 percent refund will be granted. Add/Drop Procedures - It is recommended you consult with your class instructor before submitting a written withdrawal request to the admission office. The written request may be faxed, mailed or delivered in person.

Who is affected by Lone Star College's six-drop limit?

First day of class. 6/07/2022 (the second day of the semester at 4:30 pm) First drop for non-payment. 6/10/2022 (the fifth day of the semester by 11:59 pm) Last day to drop/add full term courses. 6/10/2022. Second drop for non-payment. 6/17/2022. End …

How many courses can I drop in my first year of college?

What happens if you drop a class in Lonestar?

Students who wish to drop prior to the first day of class may be eligible for a full refund. Drops after the first day of class will receive partial, or no, refund. Some drops may result in a "W" grade on your college transcript.

Do you get your money back if you drop a class at Lone Star?

Students who drop a course or who totally withdraw before the first class day have their tuition and fees refunded except for the registration fee, the payment plan service fee, or the late fee, if applicable.

How do I cancel my Lone Star College?

The student must complete and submit an official college Withdrawal Form at LSC prior to the college's last official date for withdrawal. Failure to do so could result in the student receiving an "F" on his/her official LSC transcript.

Is a withdrawal the same as a drop?

Important Definitions. Course Drop: Removal of a course from your schedule prior to the end of the first week of class. Course Withdrawal: Any removal of a course from your schedule after the end of week one using the online form provided.Jan 18, 2022

Why did I get a check from Lone Star College?

Lone Star College has received federal stimulus funds to help students. Students may receive a grant of $50 or up to $1,400 if they are eligible to receive Pell Grants. No action is needed from students to take advantage of this funding.

Why did Lone Star send me a check?

Loan Disbursements Tuition, fees, or other allowable institutional charges remaining from the beginning of the semester will be deducted from loan proceeds and the remaining balance will be transmitted via a paper check or direct deposit (go to myLoneStar for more information).

Is a withdrawal better than a fail?

Croskey notes that dropping a class is better than withdrawing, but withdrawing is better than failing. “A failing grade will lower the student's GPA, which may prevent a student from participating in a particular major that has a GPA requirement,” Croskey says.

Which is better withdraw or drop?

If you don't officially drop the class, you are responsible for all tuition and fees. WITHDRAWING A COURSE means: • That you are removing a course from your class list after the Add/Drop period has ended. • is the official notification to the college that you will no longer be attending the course.

Is it okay to drop a class in college?

As mentioned above, in most cases it's OK to drop a class, especially if you haven't dropped a class before. Colleges understand that sometimes circumstances change, and having one dropped class on your transcript won't hurt your college applications.Jan 17, 2022

How many classes can you drop in Texas?

Undergraduate students enrolling as first-time in college students at a public institution of higher education in Texas will be limited to a total of six dropped courses during their entire undergraduate career.

When did FTIC start in Texas?

All first time in college (FTIC) students enrolled for the first time in a Texas public higher education institution beginning in Fall 2007. Students who started college anywhere Fall 2007 or thereafter and then transfer to Lone Star College are also affected by the six-drop limit.

What is SB 1231?

SB 1231 stipulates "dropped" courses which at LSCS are referred to as "withdrawals". Withdrawals occur between official day and the posted withdrawal day. Drops/withdrawals prior to the official date are not considered "dropped" courses and are not posted on the transcript.

Can you drop a dual credit course?

Dual credit students wanting to drop a course must speak with their designated high school/home school counselor prior to dropping a course. Dropping a dual credit course will possibly impact your current schedule, graduation, transcript and tuition.

What does W mean on a transcript?

"W"s represent withdraws, which do not count against your overall GPA and do not impact the student's transcript negatively. Additionally, "W"s in dual credit classes do not count against the student's six permissible withdraws in the state of Texas.

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Institutions Affected

Students Affected

  • All first time in college (FTIC) students enrolled for the first time in a Texas public higher education institution beginning in Fall 2007. Students who started college anywhere Fall 2007 or thereafter and then transfer to Lone Star College are also affected by the six-drop limit. All students previously enrolled (prior to Fall 2007) are not impacted. Additionally, Dual credit, ESOL…
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Drop vs. Withdrawal

  • SB 1231 stipulates "dropped" courses which at LSCS are referred to as "withdrawals". Withdrawals occur between official day and the posted withdrawal day. Drops/withdrawals prior to the official date are not considered "dropped" courses and are not posted on the transcript.
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Excluded Courses from Limit

  • Drops from the following types of courses are excluded from the course drop limit: 1. Courses taken by students while enrolled in high school – whether for dual credit or early admission. Once graduated from high school the drops will begin to count. 2. Courses dropped at private or out-of-state institutions. 3. Remedial or developmental courses, workforce education courses, or other …
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Appeal Request

  • Students have the option of appealing a grade and/or course enrollment provided they have the proper documentation. All requests for corrections or reviews must be submitted to the Admissions Office within 12 months of the close of the semester in which the course was taken. Students will need to complete the Appeal Request and submit it to a commi...
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