Course Withdrawal
The OTD curriculum is lock-step, so course withdrawal may not be a feasible option to continue progression in the program and still meet the original timetable for graduation established at matriculation. If a student feels they need to withdraw from a course, they should discuss their options with their academic advisor. The Add/Drop Policy can be found in the Institute Catalog.5.2.7. Course Failures.
Repeating Courses: Students who fail to achieve a grade of B- or better may repeat the course only once. A student will be dismissed from the program if a grade of B- or better is not achieved the second time. Withdrawing from a course with a grade of “W” constitutes having taken the course once.
If a student fails a course, the course must be repeated the next time it is offered, usually the following year. A student may file for a Leave of Absence until the semester in which the failed course is repeated.
Continuing Study: Depending on which course is failed and the corresponding course pre-requisites and co-requisites, the student may be allowed to continue in the program, taking some courses the following semester. To do so, the student must petition for a part-time modified program of study. This petition must be approved by the Committee on Academic Policies and Procedures and will be considered only in extenuating circumstances. Students who elect this option will be on academic probation while they are on part-time status.
No adjustments in courses or course schedules will be made to accommodate part-time schedules. Students are responsible for any expenses incurred because of the extended program.
Unsatisfactory completion of two or more courses, including fieldwork experiences, will result in a recommendation for dismissal from the program.