Good academic standing simply means your cumulative (overall) GPA and term GPA are above a 2.0 (a “C” average).
What are some ways to remain in good academic standing?
- Keep open communication between yourself and your instructor.
- Utilize campus resources such as tutoring and the writing center to perform to the best of your ability.
- Know your options and contact your instructor or SSA with any questions or concerns.
- Retake failed classes to remove them from your GPA and replace them with your new, passing grade.
- Be aware of drop/withdraw dates.
Academic support means that a student earned less than a 2.0 GPA in the last two terms. A hold will be placed on a student’s account, meaning they can’t register for the next term until the hold has been lifted. To lift the hold, a student must meet with an Academic Success Advisor in Student Success and Advising. In this appointment, the student and advisor will review the academic standing policy, financial aid implications, and discuss a plan for future success.
- To make an appointment with an Academic Success Advisor, log into the Portal and select the blue Navigate icon.
- Select the “Make an Appointment” button, “Student Success and Advising” for the student service, and “Academic Standing” for appointment reason.
Academic improvement means that a student’s last term GPA is 2.0 or above but their cumulative GPA is below 2.0. This can happen after being on Academic Warning or Academic Support. Students will have a registration hold and are required to meet with an advisor to discuss a plan for continued success.
If a student is on Academic Improvement or Academic Support and earns a term below a 2.0, they will be placed on Academic Suspension and required to take the term following suspension off from WOU, or Summer and Fall if the suspension takes place at the conclusion of Spring term.
To return to WOU after one term off:
- Fill out the Academic Suspension – Request for Reinstatement after Mandatory Time Off, found on the Registrar’s website.
- Students will also be required to meet with an academic advisor two times before Week 7 of the first term in which they are reinstated. In these meetings, the advisor and student will co-create an academic success plan.
If a student returns from a first academic suspension and doesn’t earn a 2.0 GPA that term, they will be suspended again. A second academic suspension means a student will have to take a mandatory year off. Alternatively, a student can take 24 credits at another institution, earn a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better in those 24 credits, and request to be reinstated.
When students are emailed about being suspended, they are also given directions for how to petition to waive the mandatory time off requirement. Students may submit this petition if they feel that they have an extenuating situation that affected their academic success. They will be required to fill out the Academic Suspension – Petition to Waive Mandatory Time Off (found on the Registrar’s website), answer the questions on the form, have all registration holds lifted, and meet with the suspension committee. For more information, please see the Academic Catalog.
FAQs
Effective academic advising is key to connecting students' academic opportunities with their future goals. It provides a supportive framework that helps students overcome obstacles and encourages personal growth, crucial for both academic success and career preparation.
What is the role of academic advising in student retention? ›
Although a direct, causal connection between advising and retention has yet to be established, a strong case can be made that academic advising exerts a significant impact on student retention through its positive association with, and mediation of, variables that are strongly correlated with student persistence, ...
What is the difference between an academic advisor and a success coach? ›
Academic advisors focus on the education elements of the student journey, such as class selection, enrollment assistance, and course or requirement questions. Student success coaches work alongside academic advisors and the institution to provide personalized goal-setting and study advice.
What is the role of the academic advisor? ›
An academic advisor can share knowledge, experience and insight that is beneficial to the student. The advisor's role is to help the student evaluate and realize educational and career options. This requires the advisor to: approve the student's academic program of study.
What is the most important factor in a student's academic success? ›
Students need to be motivated to use effective learning techniques and to participate in self-regulated learning, and positive emotions not only have an influence on the cognitive processes themselves but also play a significant role in this process.
What is the most important aspect of academic advising? ›
The mission of academic advising is to assist students in their growth and development by constructing meaningful educational plans which are compatible with their life goals. It is a continuous and consistent process which is built upon the basis of frequent, accumulated personal contacts between advisor and advisee.
What are the benefits of academic advising for students? ›
The advantages of personally meeting with an academic advisor include:
- Help monitor students' academic progress.
- Offer students a better connection with the faculty and administrators.
- Give students the ability to navigate the university policies and procedures better.
NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising proposes, entrenched in the teaching and learning mission of higher education, three components of academic advising:
- Curriculum (what advising deals with)
- Pedagogy (how advising does what it does)
- Student learning outcomes (the result of academic advising)
Assist you in understanding the purposes and goals of higher education and its effects on your life and personal goals. Encourage and guide you to define realistic academic goals. Support you as you acquire the skills to develop clear and attainable educational plans.
What does an academic success coordinator do? ›
Assists and/or advises students and/or prospective students with academic plans and course selection, financial options, career plans, and/or student opportunities. Contributes to student success through careful monitoring of student progress within caseload.
Many can advise; but few can mentor. That's because an adviser is one who directs. A mentor, on the other hand, guides. So, an adviser will direct you without regard to your specific personal situation, needs, or passions.
What is academic success coaching? ›
Academic Success Coaching is the one-on-one process of helping students devise a personalized approach to studying. Academic Success Coaches serve as a general resource, where students can receive help with various school-related topics such as time and stress management, note taking, goal setting, etc.
What is the goal of a student advisor? ›
Goals of Advising
Advisors ensure that students understand and meet degree requirements. Advisors help students develop a perception of themselves and their relationship with the future. Advisors encourage self‐reliance by helping students make informed and responsible decisions and set realistic goals.
What qualities do you need to be an academic advisor? ›
Knowledge of self
- Practice self-reflection and exhibit self-awareness.
- Articulate a personal advising philosophy.
- Recognize his/her own professional strengths and limitations.
- Engage in ongoing professional development.
The Global Community for Academic Advising1 (NACADA), highlights three main types of advising in the academy: developmental, prescriptive, and intrusive (Gordon, Habley, Grites, & National Academic Advising Association, 2008).
How does advisory help students? ›
The Advisory is a key time for discussing important issues and helping students become invested in doing their part to create a strong, vibrant, healthy school community where they can flourish.
How does academic achievement affect students? ›
Academically successful adolescents have higher self-esteem, have lower levels of depression and anxiety, are socially inclined, and are less likely to abuse alcohol and engage in substance abuse. Positive self-esteem and self-confidence are critical factors in commitment to academic success.
How could your program advisor improve the support for your success? ›
Your advisor can help you:
Define and develop realistic educational goals. Clarify university policies and procedures. Find answers to your questions and concerns. Support your academic progress and success.
