Students who determine it is not possible or in their best interest to complete an EPP in pursuit of certification/licensure may choose to withdraw from the EPP but remain enrolled at Relay to pursue a higher education award, such as an MAT degree. Prior to initiating a withdrawal from the EPP, students should discuss their intentions with their school leader and their advisor, as there may be professional, academic, and financial consequences to early withdrawal from the EPP. Withdrawal from the EPP is final in Illinois if a provisional-level license has already been issued, and students will not have the opportunity to reenroll in the EPP at a future date. Withdrawal from the EPP is final in Texas if the student remains enrolled in Relay coursework to pursue an MAT. Students may reach out to [email protected] for additional information. 

After learning the consequences of early withdrawal from the EPP, students who wish to withdraw from the EPP must complete an area of study change request to remove the endorsement area of study and exit the EPP. The area of study change form is in the student support tab of the status page.