The fastest way to leave a course on Schoology
To leave a course on Schoology, go to your course page, click the three-dot menu in the upper right corner, and select "Leave Course." Schoology will ask you to confirm, and once you do, you are removed from the course roster and will no longer see it in your course list.
The exact location of this menu depends on whether you are on a computer or mobile device, but the principle is the same: find the course settings menu and choose the leave option. After you leave, you lose access to all course materials, grades, and discussions unless an instructor re-adds you.
Key Takeaways
- You can leave a course by opening it, clicking the three-dot menu, and selecting "Leave Course" from the dropdown.
- Once you leave, the course disappears from your course list and you cannot see assignments, grades, or messages in that course.
- Leaving a course is different from dropping it through your school's registration system — Schoology removal does not change your official enrollment status.
- If you leave by mistake, ask your instructor to re-add you; they can do this from their course roster.
Where to find the leave course option on desktop
Open the course you want to leave. In the top right corner of the course page, you will see three dots stacked vertically (sometimes called a hamburger menu or options menu). Click on it.
A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Look for "Leave Course" near the bottom of the list. Click it, and Schoology will show a confirmation message asking if you are sure. Click "Yes" or "Confirm" to complete the removal.
Leaving a course on the Schoology mobile app
The process on the Schoology mobile app is similar but the menu location may look slightly different depending on your phone's operating system. Open the course, then look for the three-dot menu icon, usually in the top right corner of the screen.
Tap the menu and scroll down until you see "Leave Course." Tap it and confirm your choice. The course will be removed from your mobile course list when ready.
What happens after you leave a course
Once you leave a course, it no longer appears in your Schoology dashboard or course list. You will not receive notifications about new assignments, messages, or grade updates in that course. If the instructor posts new materials or changes grades, you will not see them.
Your grade history in that course remains in your school's official records — leaving Schoology does not erase your grades or transcript. However, you lose the ability to view your work or communicate with the instructor through Schoology.
The difference between leaving a course and dropping it officially
Leaving a course on Schoology only removes you from the platform. It does not change your official enrollment status with your school. If you need to officially drop the course for credit or financial reasons, you must do that through your school's registration system or student portal, not through Schoology.
Talk to your school's registrar or academic advisor before leaving a course if you are unsure whether it will affect your grades, financial aid, or degree progress. Some schools have important date for dropping courses, and missing them can result in a failing grade or financial penalties.
How to get back into a course after leaving
If you leave a course by mistake, you cannot re-join it yourself. You will need to contact your instructor and ask them to add you back to the course roster. Instructors can do this from their course settings without needing permission from an administrator.
The sooner you ask, the better — your instructor may be able to restore your access to past assignments and discussions depending on your school's Schoology settings. Some schools archive old materials, so older content may not be recoverable.
Troubleshooting: the leave course option is not showing
If you do not see a "Leave Course" option in the three-dot menu, you may not have permission to leave. Some instructors lock courses so students cannot remove themselves, or your school may have disabled this feature for certain course types.
If the menu does not appear at all, try refreshing the page or logging out and back in. If you are using the mobile app, make sure it is updated to the latest version. If the option still does not appear, contact your instructor or school's technology support — they can remove you manually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will leaving a course affect my grades or transcript?
Leaving Schoology does not change your official grades or transcript. Your school's records remain unchanged. However, if you need to officially drop the course for credit, you must do that through your school's registration system separately.
Can my instructor see that I left the course?
Yes, your instructor can see that you are no longer on the course roster. If you left by mistake, let them know right away so they can add you back before you miss important important date.
What if I leave a course but still need to see my grades?
Once you leave, you cannot view your grades in Schoology. Your school's main student portal or grade book should still show your final grades for the course. Check there or contact your instructor for a grade report.
Can I leave a course and rejoin it later on my own?
No, you cannot rejoin a course on your own after leaving. Your instructor must add you back. If the course is full or enrollment is closed, your instructor may not be able to re-add you without help from an administrator.
Does leaving a course remove my assignments and work?
Your work remains in your school's system, but you lose access to it through Schoology once you leave. Your instructor and school administrators can still see it. If you need copies of your work, read them before you leave.