Academic Probation or Dismissal occurs when a student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA) falls below the following scale.
Students on academic probation are required to meet with their Mid Mentor for assistance and to follow the prescribed procedure(s) prepared by their Mid Mentor.
A student is subject to academic dismissal if there is scholastic evidence that he/she can no longer benefit from or successfully work toward the completion of a program at Mid. When this happens, they are dematriculated for a minimum of one enrollment period (not counting summer semesters) or until such time as they demonstrate a willingness to participate in activities that are designed to improve their academic records.
Academic Probation or Dismissal notification letters are emailed to students after grades are submitted. Students are prevented from registering or making schedule adjustments until they contact a Mid Mentor.
If a student is placed on academic probation, their Mid Mentor, in consultation with the student, identifies specific strategies designed to assist academic progress. These strategies are not limited to but may include additional assessment, registering for a specific course, repeating courses, reducing credit hour load, career exploration, program change, workshops, tutoring, etc.
Students on academic probation who fall below the dismissal level as stated are dismissed and not allowed to register for a minimum of one enrollment period (not counting the summer semester). Students who are dismissed may appeal the decision. The appeal must be initiated by the student prior to the start of the next semester. An official letter of appeal must be sent to the Registrar. The Registrar reviews the appeal and letter and, if warranted, convenes a dematriculation committee to officially review the appeal.
Students who continue on academic probation can re-enroll but are required to meet with a Mid Mentor. Dematriculated students who wish to register for any future semester(s) must first meet with a Mid Mentor.