12 hours drop policy

We as a division have always adhered to the 12-hour drop policy. For reference, faculty is to drop any student who has not attended 12 hours by the end of week three.

We have found that by the end of the quarter there are many students who have attended less than 12 hours still enrolled in classes. We are now implementing an auto-drop policy.

When students complete the quarter with less than 12 hours, it impacts our reporting outcomes which could impact our funding resources.

The new policy will enforce the 12-hour rule. At the end of week 3, any student who has not attended 12 hours will be dropped automatically by office staff. For a student who is dropped to be added back to class, the student must receive the dean’s approval. All inquiries on student drops should be directed to the dean and not office staff.

Reminder, you will not be notified beforehand of the students being dropped. We will look at reported hours on your LACES attendance sheet.

For any questions, please contact Rozella.