can I drop this class without a penalty?

<p>This is my first week of class as a college student and I made a mistake of taking this certain course. I thought it was required for my major- but it isn't and I feel like its a waste of my time. My school says I can drop it without a grade- but will that mean that I'll have a W on my transcript?</p>

<p>No. There is usually about a four to six week period of time where you can drop a class without getting a W. The schedule is usually found on your school’s website.</p>

<p>Ok- I checked and apparently I need my advisor’s signature, so I’ll get it tomorrow.</p>