Appeal Process
Students who do not meet the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress may appeal the suspension of financial aid eligibility as follows:

1. Complete and submit the Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal Form.
2. Submit a letter with supporting documentation explaining the basis for the appeal, including the extenuating circumstances for the appropriate semester(s).

On appeal the University may find that a student is making satisfactory academic progress, even though the students does not satisfy the qualitative or quantitative requirements set forth above, if the University determines that the student’s failure to meet those requirements is based upon the death of a relative, an injury or illness of the student, or other special circumstances. Examples of invalid reasons for an appeal are [change of major], double major, taking courses for a minor, personal conflict not explained and documented, and/or the need for financial assistance. Students will be notified of the decision within 30 days after receipt of their appeal.

Re-establishing Eligibility:
Students may re-establish their eligibility for financial aid consideration through the appeal process or by enhancing their academic standing in subsequent semesters to satisfy the qualitative and quantitative of the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy.

Notice: Students may enroll in courses during the summer session to make up credit hour deficiencies to restore eligibility on the completion ratio requirement. The academic standing of a student found ineligible for financial aid at the end of the Spring semester will be re-evaluated at the end of the Summer term(s) that the student completes.