Only six credit hours can be transferred into the specialty area. Academic Probation Students who have completed nine hours in a graduate program will be placed on academic probation if their GPA falls below 2.75. The director of the program will notify such students in writing of the probationary status, which remains in effect until they raise their GPA above 2.75 or are dismissed from the program. Those on probation should work with their faculty advisor to develop a plan for maximizing academic future success. The admission committee in the graduate program makes all dismissal decisions.
Official withdrawal is required for honorable withdrawal and possible tuition refunds.
Students who withdraw prior to the first day of classes will receive a full refund of all payments except applicable tuition deposits. Federal regulations determine the order of distribution of the calculated refund to the aid programs. All course work, research and practica for the master s degree shall be completed within six calendar years of the first registration as a graduate student. Classes are offered in weekend and evening formats during fall and spring, while the summer sessions provide intensive week-long courses. A full-time student can complete the program in 18 months.