Guild - Dropping Your Program

Monique Staats Updated by Monique Staats

Note: This article is only for learners enrolled via Guild Education. If you did not enroll via Guild, please visit this page to read our general Drop/Transfer policy.

At eCornell, we understand that not all programs may be the right fit for everyone and that circumstances can change. If you find that you need to withdraw (drop) from your program, here are your options.

Withdrawing vs Transferring

First, were you looking to fully remove yourself from the program, or were you looking to adjust the start dates for your courses? If you’d like to remain in the program but need to modify your schedule, we offer flexible transfer options! You can easily adjust your course dates through our self-service option. Visit this article for more information and instructions to adjust your course schedule.

Requesting a Withdrawal/Drop

To request a withdrawal from your program, you will need to work with our Student Support team and submit your request via ec_helpdesk@cornell.edu. Approval will be determined based on your registration month:

  1. Within your registration month:
    1. Approval for a full withdrawal will only be approved if your request is received by 5pm EST on Day 3 of your first course (the first Friday after the course starts) and within your registration month. Your employer will not be invoiced for the dropped registration.
    2. If your request is received after 5pm EST on Day 3 of your first course (the first Friday after the course starts), your employer has already been invoiced for your registration, and your drop request will be denied.
  2. After your registration month:
    1. Once your registration month has ended, your withdrawal request will be denied, as your employer has already been invoiced for your registration. Future eCornell courses can be removed from your account, but you will need to contact Guild to discuss your benefits and future eligibility.

Implications of Withdrawing/Dropping From Your Program

Withdrawing from your program will remove the enrolled courses from your account. If you have questions about your benefits or eligibility for future enrollment, please contact Guild Support.

Any courses that are not dropped and not completed will be marked "Incomplete" in your student record (transcript). Incomplete courses will require a retake if you wish to earn credit, and may incur a fee. Visit this article to learn more about retakes.

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