Academic Programs

Cumulative GPA and Scholastic Standards

All grades earned at UTB and TSC are used to calculate the student's Grade Point Average (GPA). In the case of a repeated course, the last grade recorded will be used in determining grade point average. The Scholastic Standards chart, based on cumulative GPA, indicates Good Standing, Conditional Progress, Scholastic Probation, and Scholastic Suspension.

Cumulative GPA (All Hours Taken)

Total Hrs. Good

                   Scholastic              Conditional      Scholastic
Taken       Standing                 Progress           Probation       Suspension

1-30           2.00 and                  1.60-1.99             Below 1.60      Below 1.60
                   above                                                                              & below 2.0
                                                                                                            for current semester

31-59         2.00 and                  1.75-1.99             Below 1.75      Below 1.75
                   above                                                                              & below 2.0
                                                                                                           for current semester

60+            2.00 and                   NA                        Below 2.00     Below 2.00
                   above                                                                             & below 2.0 
                                                                                                           for current semester

Good Standing

Students in Good Standing maintain a 2.0 and above GPA.

Conditional Progress

Students making Conditional Progress maintain a minimum GPA for the number of hours taken. (Refer to Scholastic Standards chart.) Students planning to transfer to another college or university should consult that institution's catalog to determine GPA requirements for admission. Conditional Progress also means that a student is proceeding in a satisfactory manner toward fulfilling degree or certificate requirements in a course of study.

Scholastic Probation

Academic probation and suspension will be determined in the Fall or Spring semester on the basis of the cumulative GPA. Students whose cumulative GPA falls below the scholastic standards prescribed for Conditional Progress will be placed on Scholastic Probation for the next enrollment period.

Students whose cumulative GPA in subsequent enrollment periods is lower than required for Conditional Progress, but is at least the GPA required for probation, continue on probation. To be removed from probation, students must meet the required cumulative GPA for Conditional Progress.

Scholastic Suspension

Students whose cumulative GPA falls below the scholastic standards prescribed for probation are suspended. Students placed on scholastic suspension may appeal to the Admissions Committee for permission to continue to enroll on a conditional basis. (See 'Appeal of Scholastic Suspension' below.)

First Scholastic Suspension

Students placed on suspension for the first time will not be allowed to re-enroll for the next enrollment period (one long semester or the next summer sessions).

Second Subsequent Suspensions

Students placed on scholastic suspension for the second time will not be allowed to re-enroll for one year.

Appeal of Scholastic Suspension

Students placed on scholastic suspension may appeal to the Admissions Committee for permission to enroll on a conditional basis. The appeals process has two parts, a written appeal and an appearance before the Admissions Committee.

Written Appeal

The written appeal to the Admissions Committee must explain extenuating circumstances which kept the student from meeting required academic standards. The written appeal must be submitted to the Admissions Committee before the late registration process begins for the semester in which the student seeks to enroll on a conditional basis.

Appearance Before the Admissions Committee

The appearance before the Admissions Committee must be made before the end of the late registration process for the semester in which the student seeks to enroll on a conditional basis.

To schedule an appointment with the Admissions Committee, contact the Counseling and Guidance Center in Tandy #205.

Scholastic Standards to be considered for Federal Financial Aid Programs or VA Training Benefit (Undergraduates)

These requirements apply to the student's entire academic history, whether financial aid was received or not.

• Students with 0 to 59 credit hours earned are required to pass 70% of the courses they attempt.
• Students with 60 credit hours or more earned must pass 80% of the courses they attempt.
• Student must maintain a GPA within the Standards of Work as indicated in the Undergraduate Catalog.
• The maximum hours for receiving financial aid are 185 earned credit hours.

Suspension from Financial Aid

Students failing to meet any of the scholastic standards will be placed on financial aid suspension. No funds will be awarded until the student successfully completes a minimum of five credit hours, earning a 'C' grade or better for all attempted hours within one semester. Student is responsible for payment of all tuition and fees during the suspension period.

Appeal of Suspension from Financial Aid

In some cases, appeals to financial aid suspension can be considered for extenuating circumstances. To appeal the suspension, students must submit to the Financial Assistance Office, a written appeal detailing unusual circumstances that prevented the student from meeting scholastic standards. Supporting documentation should be provided. Allow 10 days for appeals to be processed.

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