FINANCIAL AID PROBATION

A probationary period is a designated timeframe during which a student is required to improve their academic performance to retain financial aid.

Probation for Need-Based Financial Aid

• If a student does not meet the minimum GPA requirement, they will be placed on a two-semester probationary period (fall and spring), except for senior students.
• For senior students, if the cumulative GPA falls below 2.7, financial aid will be withdrawn immediately.
• During the probation period, students will be advised individually on the minimum GPA they need to achieve.
• Financial aid will not be continued if the student fails to meet the required GPA for two consecutive semesters.
• If a student’s GPA falls below 2.0, financial aid will be withdrawn without a probationary period.
• Students whose GPA reaches the minimum requirement after losing aid may reapply.

Probation for Merit-Based Awards

• Merit-based awards are maintained for up to 8 semesters as long as the cumulative GPA remains at or above 3.2.
• If a student’s GPA falls below this requirement, they will be given a two-semester probationary period.
• During the probation period, students will be individually advised on the minimum GPA they need to achieve.
• The award will be discontinued if the student fails to meet the required GPA for two consecutive semesters.
• If the GPA is later improved to meet the requirement, students may reapply only for need-based financial aid.
• Students receiving merit-based awards must also actively participate in extracurricular activities and university service.

Probation for Donor-Funded Scholarships

• Each donor scholarship has specific GPA requirements, as outlined in the student’s financial aid award letter.