Academic Probation/Dismissal Policy for Students Receiving VA Benefits
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Students who have been placed on Academic Probation will have one term to regain good standing status. If a student does not maintain the prescribed standards of progress, enrollment certifications will be terminated. VA students will not be able to resume using educational benefits until acceptable academic status has resumed.
- A student who is on Academic Probation for two consecutive semesters will be dismissed.
- Any student who incurs three (3) Academic Probations during his or her academic career will be dismissed.
- Any student whose cumulative GPA falls below the following levels will be dismissed:
- After One (1) Semester: 1.00
- 16 – 30 Credits Attempted: 1.50
- 31 – 90 Credits Attempted: 1.70
- 91+ Credits Attempted: 1.90