A student who is not achieving a consistent level of professional development in the program is subject to review for academic dismissal by the department and the Director of Graduate Programs. Any student who receives a no credit in any course is placed on academic probation. Students who receive one or more no credits in any two semesters are reviewed for academic dismissal. Students on academic probation may not receive teaching assistantships. The Director of Graduate Programs notifies in writing any student who is placed on probation or who is being considered for academic dismissal.
Every effort is made to help the student resume satisfactory progress in the program.
Transfer Credit Graduate students can transfer a maximum of 6 credits. To be transferable, courses must have been taken at the graduate level and must carry a grade of B or better. The Director of Graduate Programs must approve all recommendations for transfer credit. The Director of Graduate Programs awards all assistantships according to student need and ability, departmental needs, and budgetary allotments. To participate in graduation and receive a diploma, students must complete all requirements of the MFA Program, including the thesis exhibition or project and the documentation of the thesis.