7.03 Academic Probation

Academic Probation and Suspension

The cumulative grade point average (GPA) will be used in all probation and suspension determinations. The GPA is computed each semester for full-time students and after each block of ten (10) or more semester hours for part-time students. When the cumulative GPA falls below the level specified below, the student will be placed on academic probation.

Students on Probation

Students placed on probation will be required to:

1. accept enrollment in an advisor-directed studies program,

2. meet with their advisor at least three times during the semester (during the fourth or fifth week of the semester, at midterm, and during the eleventh or twelfth week of the semester),

3. enroll in appropriate developmental courses and meet with a tutor as recommended by their advisor, and

4. take no more than twelve hours a semester unless the advisor approves additional hours.

Suspension of Students

If the probationary status is not removed during the advisor-directed semester (or block of ten semester hours for part-time students), the student will be suspended for one regular semester (excluding the summer session). However, any student on probation who receives a GPA of 2.5 or higher for twelve or more hours for that semester will be allowed to enroll for the following semester even though the cumulative GPA does not meet the minimum GPA requirement set forth. After being suspended for one semester and upon readmission, the student must meet the GPA requirements set forth or be suspended from the college for one academic year.

Transfer Student Probation

Transfer students are subject to the same probationary requirements as currently enrolled students. A transfer student with less than the required GPA from the previously attend institution may be enrolled on probation.

Appeal of Suspension

Students may make a written appeal of their suspension to the Academic Standards Exception committee if there are mitigating circumstances related to their academic performance. This appeal must be filed in the office of the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services at least one week before classes begin.