While every student’s path looks different, taking advantage of available support can make a meaningful difference when pursuing a return to good academic standing.
Some ways to get started:
- Meet with the Academic Progress Coach and create a personalized Academic Success Plan (More information below)
- Work with an academic advisor
- Attend class regularly
- Communicate with instructors
- Use tutoring and other campus resources
Academic standing is reviewed at the end of each Fall and Spring semester. Once a student’s cumulative GPA reaches 2.0 or higher, they will return to good academic standing.
The Academic Progress Coach partners with students on academic probation to develop a personalized Academic Success Plan to follow for the semester. Each plan is unique to the student and is based on their strengths, needs, and academic goals.
During the meeting, some points of discussion may be:
- Challenges affecting academic progress
- Strategies that fit individual needs
- Realistic academic goals
- Campus resources
- Habits that support long-term success
Academic Progress Coach: Sarah Rosno
Email: rosnos@unk.edu
Phone: (308) 865-4765
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Academic Progress Coach
The Academic Progress Coach works with students to support their academic success. This role includes managing academic alerts, communicating with students, advisors, and instructors, and helping students navigate challenges that may impact their academic performance.
Academic Progress Coach: Sarah Rosno
Email: rosnos@unk.edu
Phone: (308) 865-4765
The Loper Success Hub provides a holistic, student-centered approach to academic support. Through personalized guidance and access to campus resources, the Success Hub helps students build confidence, overcome challenges, and thrive throughout their educational journey.
Support Areas Include:
Glossary
College has its own language, and it’s okay not to know every term. Understanding academic terminology can help students better navigate their academic progress, policies, and available support.
The UNK Glossary is a helpful reference for understanding common words and college terminology while working towards academic goals.
How long will it take to get back to good academic standing?
The timeline is different for every student. Academic standing is reviewed at the end of each Fall and Spring semester.
Once a student’s cumulative GPA reaches a 2.0 or higher, they will return to good academic standing. Meeting with the Academic Progress Coach and an academic advisor can help students develop a plan to work toward that goal.
How does academic probation affect a course schedule?
While on academic probation, you must enroll in fewer than 16 credit hours unless your academic advisor permits you to take more.
The lighter course load is intended to give students more time to focus on their classes and improve their academic performance.
If you have questions about your course schedule, talk with an academic advisor.
How will academic probation affect financial aid and scholarships?
Academic probation and financial aid eligibility are separate processes.
Being on academic probation does not automatically mean you will lose your financial aid. However, financial aid eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office’s Satisfactory Academic Progress policy. Some scholarships may also have additional academic requirements.
If you have questions about how your academic standing may affect your aid or scholarships, contact the Office of Financial Aid.
Can I graduate while on probation?
To graduate from UNK, undergraduate students must meet all degree requirements, including a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Some academic programs may require a higher GPA.
If you have questions about your graduation requirements, talk with an academic advisor.
Will I be suspended?
Academic probation is different than academic suspension, and academic probation does not automatically mean you will be suspended.
However, students who are already on academic probation may be placed on academic suspension if they do not meet certain GPA requirements based on the number of credit hours they have attempted. See the Undergraduate Catalog for more information.
If you are concerned about your academic standing or are unsure what your GPA means for your status, talk with your academic advisor or the Academic Progress Coach.
If a student is suspended, they will receive official notification from the university, along with information about the suspension appeal process.
