Unenroll by going to your course page and clicking the menu icon
To remove yourself from a Coursera course, open the course page, look for the three-dot menu icon (usually in the top right), and select "Unenroll" from the dropdown. The course will disappear from your dashboard within a few minutes. You will lose access to all course materials, videos, and your progress in that course.
The process takes less than a minute and requires no confirmation email or waiting period. Once you unenroll, Coursera does not charge you again for that course, even if you were in a paid specialization or subscription plan. Your payment for other courses in the same specialization remains active unless you cancel the entire plan.
Key Takeaways
- Find the three-dot menu on your course page and select "Unenroll" to remove yourself when ready.
- Unenrolling deletes your progress and access to all course materials, so read or save anything you need first.
- If you paid for the course individually, unenrolling does not refund your money, but it stops future charges.
- Unenrolling from one course in a specialization does not cancel your subscription to other courses in that specialization.
- You can re-enroll in the same course later, but your previous progress will not be restored.
Where to find the unenroll button on different devices
On a computer, open the course and look at the top right corner of the page. You will see a three-dot menu icon next to your name or profile picture. Click it and select "Unenroll" from the list. The button appears on every course page, whether you are viewing lectures, assignments, or the course overview.
On a phone or tablet using the Coursera app, tap the three-dot menu at the top right of the course screen. The "Unenroll" option will appear in the same menu. If you are using a mobile browser instead of the app, the menu location is the same as on a computer.
What happens to your progress and grades when you unenroll
When you unenroll, Coursera removes all your course data from your account. This includes videos you watched, assignments you submitted, quizzes you took, and any grades you earned. You will not be able to see this information after you unenroll, and it cannot be recovered.
If you were working toward a certificate or specialization completion, unenrolling stops your progress toward that goal. The course will no longer appear on your profile or resume. If you re-enroll in the course later, you will start from the beginning with no record of your previous work.
Unenrolling from paid courses and specializations
If you paid for a single course with a one-time payment, unenrolling does not refund that payment. However, it does prevent Coursera from charging you again if the course has a recurring payment option. Check your payment settings to confirm no future charges are scheduled.
If you are enrolled in a Coursera specialization (a series of related courses), unenrolling from one course does not cancel your subscription to the entire specialization. You will continue to be charged the monthly or annual fee, and you will remain enrolled in the other courses. To stop all charges, you must cancel your specialization subscription separately through your account settings.
How to save your work before unenrolling
Before you unenroll, read or save any course materials you want to keep. Take screenshots of your grades, certificates of completion, or course notes. Copy any assignment text or project work into a document on your computer. Once you unenroll, this information is gone from Coursera and cannot be retrieved.
If the course offers downloadable resources like lecture slides or reading lists, save those files to your computer while you still have access. Some courses allow you to read a transcript of video lectures or a PDF of the course syllabus. Check the course materials section for read options before you unenroll.
Re-enrolling in a course after you unenroll
You can re-enroll in the same Coursera course at any time by finding it in the course catalog and clicking "Enroll." If the course was free, re-enrollment is free. If you paid for it before, you will need to pay again to re-enroll in a paid version, unless you are still subscribed to the specialization that includes it.
When you re-enroll, your account will not show any record of your previous enrollment. Your old grades, progress, and assignments will not reappear. You will start the course fresh as if you had never taken it before. This means you can retake quizzes and assignments without any penalty.
Troubleshooting if you cannot find the unenroll option
If the three-dot menu does not appear on your course page, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. Log out and log back in to your Coursera account. If you are using an older version of the Coursera app, update it from your device's app store.
If you are enrolled in a course through your employer or school, you may not have permission to unenroll yourself. Contact your institution's Coursera administrator or your course instructor to request removal from the course. Some employer-sponsored courses lock the unenroll button until the course ends or the sponsorship is canceled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a refund if I unenroll from a paid course?
Coursera does not refund payments when you unenroll. If you paid for a course and then unenroll, that payment is not returned. However, unenrolling stops any recurring charges if the course has a subscription option. Check your payment history to see what you were charged.
Will unenrolling affect my other courses or specializations?
Unenrolling from one course does not affect other courses you are taking. If the course is part of a specialization, you remain enrolled in the specialization and will continue to be charged the subscription fee. You must cancel the specialization separately to stop all charges.
What if I unenroll by accident?
You can re-enroll in the course when ready by finding it in the catalog and clicking "Enroll" again. Your previous progress will not be restored, but you can start the course over. If you paid for it, you will need to pay again unless you are subscribed to the specialization.
Can my instructor see that I unenrolled?
Yes, your instructor can see that you unenrolled from the course roster. If you are in a course with graded assignments or a final project, unenrolling removes you from the grading system. Your instructor will no longer be able to see your submissions or grades after you unenroll.
How long does it take to unenroll?
Unenrolling is when ready. The course disappears from your dashboard within a few minutes. You lose access to all course materials when ready after you click "Unenroll." There is no waiting period or confirmation step required.