Withdrawing from a Class

Abmarie9

I'm considering withdrawing from a one credit class, as it's taking way too much time and it's just an elective music credit. So, the class isn't relevant to my major and withdrawing wouldn't affect my GPA. Does having a W look bad from an admissions standpoint? This would be my only W

Selene Steelman

Former admissions officer. It depends on the admissions reader, but in general, one W in a non-major class on a transcript is not a big deal. The admissions committee might feel differently if they saw a pattern of Ws and in more significant courses. Still, if you feel like you want to offer an explanation, you can do so in a concise academic addendum. Good luck!