Every student enrolled in the Graduate School is expected to maintain a high standard of academic performance and to comply fully with all institutional policies and regulations. Students admitted to graduate study must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA on all graduate coursework completed at A&M–Central Texas, both for each semester and cumulatively. The Graduate School reserves the right to suspend any graduate student who fails to maintain satisfactory academic standing or who does not adhere to university policies and regulations. 

Probation – At the end of any grading period, if a student’s semester or overall GPA falls below the minimum required by the department (at least a 3.0 GPA), the student will receive notice of unsatisfactory academic performance and will be placed on probation. The student must attain a 3.0 cumulative GPA during the next period of enrollment. Failure to do so will result in suspension.

Suspension – At the end of any grading period, if a student’s semester or overall GPA falls below a 2.0, the student will be automatically suspended and may not enroll in classes for one long semester or the summer term. During the suspension period, students are not permitted to submit transcripts for coursework taken at other institutions for the purpose of degree advancement. Upon return from suspension, the student must sign a contract with the Graduate School outlining the conditions required for continued enrollment. At a minimum, the student must maintain a 3.0 GPA in every subsequent semester. Additional conditions may be imposed on a case-by-case basis. A graduate student is allowed one suspension. If poor academic performance results in a second suspension, the student will be dismissed from the current program and may be permanently dismissed from the university. Dismissal from a second program will result in permanent dismissal from the university.

Appeal for Bar from Attendance Due to Suspension – Under exceptional circumstances, a student may submit a written appeal to the manager of Graduate Services requesting consideration to continue enrollment during the suspension term rather than sitting out for the required period. The student must contact the Graduate School to obtain the appropriate contract and appeal procedures. Appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may be approved only once. There is no appeal beyond the dean of the Graduate School.