Please ensure that you read and understand the following information prior to completing and submitting your appeal.
If you would like to withdraw from a course prior to the published deadline, please do so in the Student Information System. For more information on how to withdraw from courses, please refer to the Withdrawal From Courses webpage.
If you are submitting an appeal on the basis of extenuating circumstances, you will need to provide the following documents:
- A letter explaining your circumstances
- Official documentation of extenuating circumstances or Appendix A as completed by your appropriate professional
Extenuating circumstances: compassionate and exceptional circumstances beyond a student's control that significantly affect the student's ability to meet requirements of a course. Such circumstances may include those related to a student's physical or psychological health that is verifiable and documented by an appropriate professional.
It is the student's responsibility to read and understand E2011: Withdrawal from Courses and Deferred Standing, Policy and Procedures (or the relevant policy pertaining to the student’s appeal type).
Students are responsible for ensuring they are aware of all rules, regulations and deadlines to complete the withdrawal procedure. Grounds for granting a late withdrawal are determined by the Registrar.
Examples of invalid grounds include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Not being aware of the deadline or how to withdraw
- Not being aware of policies or procedures
- Forgetting about the deadline
- Computer malfunction
- Anticipated poor grade in the course
- Personal convenience (including travel plans)
- Family events
- Employment circumstances
All appeal requests are subject to the review and approval of the registrar (or designate). Appeals are considered on a case-by-case basis. Approval is not guaranteed. If you have questions or concerns regarding the appeals process, please email appeals@langara.ca.
Under normal circumstances, processing time for appeals is 45–90 business days. Processing times may be longer depending on the volume of appeals. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that appeal requests are submitted by the established deadlines.
Please be advised that late and retroactive withdrawals may affect current registration status. Students who are receiving government assistance (i.e. loans, grants, etc.) should check with Financial Aid as proceeding with this appeal may affect their student assistance status. International students should check with their international student coordinator as proceeding with this appeal may affect their student status in Canada or eligibility for a post-graduation work permit.