Over all I am a good student, 3.5 GPA. No grade lower than a B. I am about to finish my Associates and I was withdrew from 3 classes, leaving 3 Big! W's on my transcript. I have appealed but had no success. How bad does that look on my record? Will it affect me in any way in the future? What can you tell me about this?
2007-02-27 05:51:23 · 7 answers · asked by Cindy 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I think if there was a good explanation it shows maturity that you'd withdraw instead of fail the classes or get Ds. Believe me, I know people who've done that. I agree with the previous post that you would want to explain if you are ever asked for your transcript, with a thoughtful answer on an attachment. It's not that it's a big deal, but you don't want them speculating as to why you withdrew. I would get a copy of the school's handbook, and look at the grading policies. Read into the rules closely and see if there's an argument you can make for getting the Ws taken off; just asking won't be enough because they will try to be so uniform in applying the rules. If it doesn't factor into your GPA I think it will be difficult to get them taken off. I don't agree with the previous posts that you just shouldn't worry about it because no one asks - it depends on what you do I guess but I get asked for transcripts regularly.
2007-02-27 06:34:08 · answer #1 · answered by JudgmentProof 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This will not scar you for life. Especially if this is just for an associate's degree, chances are that no future employer will even ask to see a copy of your transcript, unless you're in an academic capacity at a school. On your resume, just put down your GPA.
2007-02-27 05:55:47 · answer #2 · answered by Rachael H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 21:41:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The school will not take a W off your transcript because you did withdrawal from the classes. I do know that most colleges and employeers understand things happen and sometimes you must withdrawal so it won't look as bad as you think it does.
2007-02-27 05:54:42 · answer #4 · answered by appylover 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you apply to new schools, you will be able to add a section to your essay or cover letter where you can explain why you withdrew from these classes. Given your grades in your other classes, it shouldn't be a problem. But make sure you address it.
2007-02-27 06:18:26 · answer #5 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't sweat it. Believe me, I have NEVER had anyone so much as give a hoot about my GPA (3.92). Recruiters and employers only care if you attended college and COMPLETED it.
2007-02-27 05:55:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A "W" shouldn't be factored into your GPA, so you shouldn't have to worry about it. I don't think anyone would care about W's.
2007-02-27 05:54:54 · answer #7 · answered by leaptad 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋