A student who, for any reason, finds it necessary to withdraw from the university during the course of the session must send an email to registrar@apuglobal.edu stating that they want to withdraw from the university and must notify a student support staff member to complete the process. See Payment and Refunds under the Financial Information section of the undergraduate or graduate catalog.

Voluntarily withdrawing from the university may have impacts on eligibility for, or return of, student financial aid. Before withdrawing, students are strongly encouraged to meet with a Student Financial Services to be sure they understand the consequences of voluntary withdrawal.

Administrative Withdrawal

Students may be involuntarily withdrawn from the university under the following circumstances: 

• If the student has indicated a desire to voluntarily withdraw but either refuses to submit the required forms and/or is unable to do so. 
• If a sanction of dismissal has been imposed under the university’s student conduct policy.

In matters of disciplinary action resulting in dismissal from the university, a written statement will be sent from the director of student success, the chief academic officer, or an assistant dean informing the student of the action. That administrator will also notify the registrar regarding the student’s status and authorize proper withdrawal from classes. Dismissed students will not receive tuition refunds except by administrative action.