Academic Experience: Probation

One of the ways that CLA measures the progress you are making toward your degree is by monitoring your grade point average (GPA). You must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 (or C) each term at the University, and a cumulative GPA of 2.0. CLA reviews students after fall and spring semesters. (Summer and intersession courses are not counted in either term reviews but do impact your cumulative GPA.)

If either your GPA for the term or your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0, you are placed on academic probation. When on probation, a hold is placed on your record that requires you to meet with your college adviser prior to registration for the following term. You will remain on probation until both the term and the cumulative GPA are 2.0 or above. If you are on academic probation and both your cumulative and term GPAs fall below 2.0, you will be suspended.

If you are suspended, you cannot register for University courses for at least one full academic year. The College of Continuing Education (CCE) also recognizes CLA suspension. CCE evening and Distance Education courses are not an option for students on suspension.

Make an appointment to talk to your college adviser if you think you are in danger of being placed on probation or of being suspended or if you have questions about your academic status.