standards of academic progress appeal form - Stark State College

STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESSAPPEAL FORMStudent InformationStark State College ID NumberLast NameAddressFirst Name( )Phone NumberCity State ZipAppeals will be denied if documentation of mitigating circumstances is not attached.Documentation must support reasons for failing to meet the Standards of Academic Progressfor each semester.If you have not met the Standards of Academic Progress for two consecutive semesters, you must explain anddocument the reasons pertaining to each semester.By signing this worksheet, I certify that all the information reported to qualify for federal student aid is complete and correct.Student Signature/Date:YOU MUST COMPLETE THE REVERSE SIDEApprovedAPPEALAPPMAX Effective ProgramOFFICE USE ONLYDeniedNo documentationNo written statementNo mitigating circumstancesDeniedMust successfully complete a semesterMax TimeCommentsNo other appeals on filePrevious appeals(Initial and Date)sap appeal form new.doc

REASONS FOR THE APPEALIn addition to completing this form, you must also attach a written statement explaining the extenuatingcircumstances that occurred which prevented you from meeting the Standards of Academic Progress. TheStandards of Academic Progress Appeal Committee will review your written statement and supportingdocumentation to make a decision on your appeal. Please thoroughly explain and document your appeal.Check the statement(s) which describe your situation and submit the requested documentation:Illness or InjuryWork ScheduleChangeDaycare ProblemsTransportationProblemsDeath of FamilyMember/FriendMax Time FrameOtherWrite a statement explaining the illness or injury, when it occurred andthe duration of the illness. Provide a doctor’s statement citing theillness or injury and releasing you to return to school.Write a statement explaining how your work schedule change affectedyour academic progress. Provide a statement from your employerverifying the schedule change or date of hire (if new job).Write a statement explaining your daycare problem and how it affectedyour academic progress. Provide documentation to show that you willhave daycare for your children while you are in school.Write a statement explaining what your transportation problems wereand provide documentation to show that you now have transportation.Write a statement explaining the individual’s relationship to you andtheir date of death. Provide a copy of the death certificate, obituary, orletter from a third party professional (lawyer, minister, doctor, etc.)Write a statement explaining why you could not complete yourdegree/certificate within the designated time period. Provide anacademic plan of study signed by an academic advisor, indicatingwhich classes you need to complete to earn your degree/certificate.Write a statement explaining the situation. Provide documentation thatverifies the circumstances you describe in your statement.Please attach your written statement and documentation to this form and return it to the Financial AidOffice.You will be notified in writing within ten (10) business days of the decision.Appeals will be denied if supporting documentation is not attached.