Academic Standing (Undergraduate)

Academic Probation / Suspension (Undergraduate)

The minimum Overall GPA required to graduate is 2.00. To view GPA(s) go to PipelineMT >Registration & Student Records menu >Academic Records >GPAs.  All GPAs are displayed with explanation.

An undergraduate student failing to meet one of the following standards during any term will be placed on academic probation for the subsequent term:

• attain a 2.00 GPA for the current semester, or
• meet one of the following retention standards:
  • if you have 0 – 29.99 overall combined quality (GPA) hours, you need a 1.50 Overall Combined GPA
  • if you have 30 – 49.99 overall combined quality (GPA) hours, you need a 1.80 Overall Combined GPA
  • if you have 50 or more overall combined quality (GPA) hours, you need a 2.00 Overall Combined GPA

A student on academic probation who fails to meet one of the above standards the next term in which enrolled, will be suspended. First time suspension is for one semester (not including summer) and any subsequent suspensions will be for 2 semesters (not including summer). Students with a prior suspension from MTSU or previous institution(s) are not eligible for probationary status and will be suspended for 2 semesters (not including summer) if the retention standard is not met.

Academic Suspension Appeal (Undergraduate)

Undergraduate students placed on academic suspension are provided the opportunity to appeal for early reinstatement. The Spring 2025 Academic Appeal process is now available. The Academic Appeal form is due NO LATER than Monday, January 13, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. For those who wish to also appear in person, the Academic Appeals Committee meets on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM in the College of Education Building to review appeals submitted for Spring 2025.

The process for Spring 2025 can be completed online by clicking on the button below and following the instructions for submitting the appeal form. You must also upload documentation and an academic improvement plan with the form. For questions please contact the MT One Stop at [email protected]. You may also opt to submit the form and documentation in person at the MT One Stop by the January 13, 2025 4:00 P.M. deadline if you choose.

Academic Probation / Suspension – Graduate Students
Academic appeals for graduate level students are handled by the College of Graduate Studies, call (615) 898-2840 or email [email protected].