Disputes Concerning Academic Termination/Dismissal

Students who fall below a cumulative 2.7 GPA in their first semester, or in their second semester, fall below a

2.8 cumulative GPA can be dismissed from the program. If a student believes that additional information should be considered, a student will be able to appeal their dismissal by writing a letter to the Associate Dean. Students can also submit any relevant documentation they feel should be considered. A committee will then review the appeal, along with written explanations from relevant faculty members. Within 10 days of an appeal being filed, the committee will issue its recommendation to the Dean and the Dean's determination will be final. Students who have more questions about this process should speak with the Director for Student Affairs.

A student may be terminated from the program by established formal policy of the program – most often this will be for failure to show satisfactory academic progress. A student may appeal a termination decision to the Academic Appeals Committee within 10 days of receiving a letter of termination. The student may submit written evidence and statements to the committee and may be asked to speak before the panel. The committee may also review evidence from selected faculty members. The Appeals Committee shall make a recommendation to the Dean, whose decision shall be final. The student shall be given the opportunity to withdraw from the program before any official action is taken.