You log into Schoology, ready to start your coursework, only to realize you’re still enrolled in a class you don’t need. Maybe you accidentally joined the wrong course, switched to a different class, or simply want to tidy up your Schoology dashboard. Whatever the reason, unenrolling from a course can feel confusing on some platforms—but not with Schoology. Leaving a course is quick and easy, and we’re here to show you how. 

Schoology LMS is used by different organizations and educational institutions around the world. The platform simplifies learning through its efficient course creation, extensive training programs, and user-friendly interface. Due to its large number of users, some students or instructors may need to leave a course for various reasons. This guide will help you navigate the process. 

We have tried to address the most recurring queries in a questions and answers format to help as many users as possible. 

How Can Students Leave A Schoology Course?

Here is a step-by-step guide on how students can easily unenroll from a Schoology course: 

  • Log in to Schoology and click on the ‘Courses’ tab
  • Find the course you want to leave and click on it
  • In the left-hand menu of the course page, click on the ‘Members’ section
  • Find your name in the members list and click on the gear icon next to it
  • A drop-down menu will appear. Click on the ‘Unenroll’ option
  • You may be prompted to confirm that you want to unenroll

How Can Instructors Or Admin Leave A Schoology Course?

The following is a step-by-step guide for instructors and admin to unenroll from a Schoology course: 

  • Now log in to Schoology and click on the ‘Courses’ tab
  • Find the course you want to leave and click on it
  • Go on the left-hand menu of the course page, and click on the ‘Members’ section
  • Find your name in the members list and click on the gear icon next to it
  • A drop-down menu will appear. Click on the ‘Unenroll’ option

Note: Add another instructor as an administrator to the course if you are the only instructor. 

FAQs

There can be plenty of reasons why a user may choose to unenroll in the courses such as course completion, scheduling conflicts, unsatisfactory content and accidental enrollment.

Schoology LMS and courses can be accessed by students, teachers, administration and employers/employees. Each uses it for different purposes.

The unenrollment process is different for students and administrators/instructors because they enroll for different reasons.

Your grades and submitted assignments will be archived and you would have to contact the course instructor in order to access them.

No, the instructors and admin cannot unenroll directly if they are the only administrators of the course. However, they easily do it if there are more administrators or by assigning other instructors and admin members as the administrators of the course. 

If the instructors /admin is unable to add another admin and needs to leave the course, they should contact support for assistance.

Yes, only admins can completely delete a Schoology course. 

No, you cannot access anything pertaining to the deleted Schoology course as it deletes all the details, content and list of members. Therefore, you should only be deleting a course when it is no longer needed.  

If you accidentally unenroll from a course or change your mind, rejoining will depend on whether the course requires an enrollment key or if the instructor/admin can manually add you back. 

No, leaving a course will not affect your overall Schoology account. However, you may lose access to course materials, grades, and assignments unless you re-enroll or contact the instructor for records.

You should keep your role and limitations in mind before attempting to leave a Schoology course. The process is different for different users. 

For more queries and information, contact our team of experts today!