Academic Standing, Probation, Dismissal and Re-Admission (Graduate)
Cumulative USF GPA
| Good Standing | Academic Probation | Academic Dismissal |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0 or higher | Less than 3.0 | Less than 3.0 after 2 semesters |
Academic standing is established at the end of each semester/quarter for degree-seeking students as a result of a minimum cumulative grade point average. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 based on grades earned at the University of St. Francis is required for graduation. At the end of each semester/quarter, the following guidelines are used for reviewing academic standing/cumulative grade point average.
Good Academic Standing
A student in a graduate level program is required to maintain a GPA of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale in order:
- to remain in the program (see academic probation below)
- to be eligible to sit for the comprehensive examination (if applicable)
- to advance to candidacy for graduation
Academic Probation
Graduate level students whose GPA falls below the required 3.0 are placed on Academic Probation.
Academic Dismissal
Students on Academic Probation who do not raise their GPA to 3.0 by the end of two semesters/quarters will be dismissed from the program for academic deficiency.
Re-admission after Academic Dismissal
If a student, dismissed for academic deficiency, seeks to be re-admitted to the program, the following is required:
- at least one semester must elapse between dismissal and seeking re-admission
- Students must submit a written petition for re-admission showing how they plan to attain the required 3.0 GPA for candidacy and graduation. This petition is submitted to and acted upon by a program faculty review committee and the appropriate college dean. If progress is not evident, the program faculty committee and the appropriate college dean reserve the right to irrevocably dismiss the student from the program.
Physician Assistant Program
Refer to the current edition of the Physician Assistant Student Handbook to review Academic Standing, Probation, Dismissal, and Re-Admission policy variations unique to the Physician Assistant Program.
Academic Integrity
Please see the definitions, policies and procedures governing academic integrity expectations and violations as outlined in the “University Policies & Procedures” section of this catalog.
Appeal Procedure for Academic Probation or Academic Dismissal
Please see the policies and procedures governing appeals as outlined in the “University Policies & Procedures” section of this catalog.
Grievance Procedure: Grading
Please see the policies and procedures governing grade grievances as outlined in the “University Policies & Procedures” section of this catalog.
Grievance Procedure: Other Academic Matters
Please see the policies and procedures governing other academic grievances as outlined in the “University Policies & Procedures” section of this catalog.