What do the terms "probation" and "suspension" mean?
When a student's cumulative grade-point average (GPA) falls below 2.0 in a regular semester, the student goes on academic probation. A student on probation can enroll for classes. A student on probation should be advised by the chair of his or her department and can then register for classes. Probation students who earn a 2.0 or higher GPA for the current semester but have a cumulative GPA below 2.0 are placed on continued academic probation. If a student on probation fails to earn a 2.0 or higher GPA for the next regular semester, he or she goes on academic suspension. A student on academic suspension may be allowed to continue in the University through any of the following procedures.
First Suspension:
Attend summer school at Stephen F. Austin State University and:
- Raise your overall grade point average to the minimum University standard (2.0) as specified in the General Bulletin
or - Pass with a C average or better at least 9 semester credit hours (usually requiring attending both summer terms) as specified by an advisor in the Rusche Student Services Center
Be reinstated on probation automatically after one semester's absence from the University.
Second and Subsequent Suspensions:
Following the student's second or subsequent suspension, be reinstated on probation automatically after an absence from the University of two regular semesters. Summer terms are exempted from periods of academic suspension. A student on suspension should contact the Rusche Student Services Center immediately for more information.