Standards of Measurement
The Academic Progress Standards are measured through mathematical calculations based upon the data in each individual student’s record. There are three different standards: (1) CGPA; (2) ROP; and (3) MTF, which are explained below.
Refer to the Metrics of Satisfactory Academic Progress section for additional information regarding the calculation of CGPA, ROP and MTF.
Qualitative Requirement: (Grade Point Average or “CGPA” in program): Students must maintain a specified minimum cumulative grade point average within their program as listed in the Satisfactory Progress Table. Courses carrying standard grades (A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+ etc. including F) are considered in the CGPA calculation. Grades of I, W, or P, transfer credits, credits by proficiency, or other courses specifically excluded due to change of program or other administrative action, do not affect the CGPA. Grade point averages will be recalculated when an “incomplete” (I) grade is resolved. If a class is repeated, only the highest grade will be calculated in the CGPA.
Quantitative Requirement: (Completion Rate or Rate of Progress “ROP” in program): In addition to maintaining a satisfactory CGPA, students must also maintain “pace” toward the completion of their program by earning a minimum percentage of credit hours attempted, as shown in the Satisfactory Academic Progress Table. All University-level (non-remedial) credits for courses taken at the University or accepted as transfer credit by the University, and applicable to the student’s current program, are considered “attempted credits” regardless of the grade received. “Earned credits” include all of the student’s “attempted credits” for which credit has been earned (passing grades). This includes courses for which standard grades (A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+ etc.) have been earned, as well as W and P grades and TC (Transfer Credits). Completion rates may be recalculated when an “Incomplete” (I) grade is resolved. If a class is repeated, it will be counted as “attempted” for each incidence but may only be counted as “earned” once.
Maximum Timeframe Standard: In addition to the qualitative and quantitative requirements, all students must complete their academic program within one and one-half times the standard program length as measured in credit hours. All “attempted credits” applicable to the student’s program are included in the maximum timeframe calculation. The maximum timeframe (MTF) for students with dual majors shall be adjusted proportionately to the total credits required for the completion of both programs. If a student enrolls in a subsequent degree credential, the maximum timeframe will be modified.
Students who fail to meet the minimum standards as described above will be notified by Academic Affairs or the Campus Registrar. Administrative actions will be taken when a student fails to meet the minimum standards. If the resulting action results in Academic/Financial Aid Dismissal, a student may appeal. If the appeal is denied, the student will remain in a dismissed status and can no longer attend or receive Title IV aid at Stratford University.