Probation and Dismissal

Probation and Dismissal FAQ

What is meant by "Scholastic Probation?"

Students are placed on Scholastic Probation at the end of any term in which their cumulative (University of Georgia) grade point average is below 2.00. Transfer grades are not computed into the cumulative average. 

See the Bulletin for more information about the rules and regulations regarding Academic Probation.

What is meant by "Continued Probation?"

Students are considered to be on Continued Probation if their cumulative grade point average is below 2.00 for two or more consecutive terms. 

How does a student "Clear Probation?"

Students may remove themselves from Academic Probation by achieving a 2.00 cumulative grade point average. 

What happens if a student has not cleared probation after two consecutive terms on probation while enrolled at the University?

Students will be subject to dismissal from the University for academic reasons after two successive terms on probation. Students are considered enrolled in any term in which they receive any grade(s) other than W or V. Students who have not cleared probation (i.e. have at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA) after two successive terms on probation must meet one of the following criteria to avoid being dismissed from the University.

If the term grade point average is a 2.30 or better on at least SIX hours completed (in courses numbered 1000 or higher in which grades of A,B,C,D, or F are given) in fall/spring semesters or at least THREE hours completed if attending summer semester, the student will not be academically dismissed even if the cumulative grade point average is below 2.00.

If the term grade point average is below a 2.30, or if fewer than the minimum hours were attempted, the student will be subject to Academic Dismissal.

See the Bulletin for more information about the rules and regulations regarding Academic Dismissal.

Where should a student go for information about being continued probation and first or second academic dismissal?

Students who have questions about Continued Probation or are placed on Academic Dismissal should contact: 

• Continued Probation & First Dismissal

  Dr. Martha Harris, Coordinator of Student Academic Services
  mharris {at} franklin dt uga dt edu
  312 Old College, 542-5745

• Second Dismissal

  Dr. Michelle Garfield Cook, Associate Dean
  mcook {at} franklin dt uga dt edu
  300A Old College, 542-5745