Academic Review and Dismissal
Been Dismissed? What now?
University policy states that an academically dismissed student must remain away from the university for a mandatory absence of at least one full semester (excluding summer) and should use the period of dismissal to reflect on and address the factors that led to poor performance.
• First Academic Dismissal
A student dismissed for the first time may not be readmitted
until after a full semester (not including summer) has
elapsed.
• Second Academic Dismissal
A student dismissed for the second time may be readmitted
after one calendar year has elapsed and after completing
a minimum of 12 semester credits of academic coursework
with at least a 2.50 cumulative grade point average
from accredited institution(s) of higher education. Students
who have been dismissed twice are required to meet with
the Undergraduate Council Appeals Committee. Students
may be readmitted only when they present evidence that
they are capable of performing at the level required to meet
university academic standards and completing all degree
requirements within a reasonable length of time.
• Third Academic Dismissal
After a third dismissal, a student is ineligible to attend the
university and may not apply for readmission.
While you are eligible to apply to return to UT after the requisite period away, it may not be in your best interest to do so, particularly if you have a high number of deficiency points. Follow the Action Plan for Academic Success for Dismissed Students to consider your best course of action to reposition yourself for academic success and degree attainment.
Action Plan for Academic Success for Dismissed Students (pdf)
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