2013-2014 Course Catalog - PDF Format - Flagler College

Academic Information 151
Criteria used in a decision for suspension or dismissal include any of the following:
1. failure to maintain a minimal level of academic progress from semester
to semester, as suggested in the following guidelines:
Semester Enrolled Cumulative Grade
at Flagler College
Point Average
1st 1.20
2nd 1.50
3rd 1.67
4th 1.75
5th 1.85
6th 1.92
7th 1.96
8th 2.00
9th 2.00
10th 2.00
3. failure to remove the probationary status after two consecutive semesters
on probation; and
4. failure to make satisfactory academic progress by completing less than
67% of the total number of course hours attempted.
The guidelines for continuation listed in (1) above are regarded as minimal
levels of progress. Students who fall below these levels are subject to automatic
dismissal; however, students who are above these minimal requirements, but
below the required 2.0 cumulative grade point average, are also subject to
academic suspension or dismissal.
A decision for suspension or dismissal ultimately is made on the basis of
a student’s total academic record and in light of appropriate expectations of
strongly encouraged to seek assistance from their academic advisors, their
In the case of dismissal, a student may appeal the decision and request to be
reinstated as a full-time student. All such appeals must be directed to the Dean
This appeal may be granted if, in the judgment of the Dean, such a decision will