Academic Standing, Warning, Probation, and Dismissal
All students are required to maintain a grade-point average of 3.0 (B) or better throughout the physical therapy curriculum. In all courses that require laboratory practical examinations of patient assessment skills, students must earn a grade of at least B in each practical examination in order to pass the courses. Courses designated as Pass/Fail require the equivalent of a B grade to pass. Students may earn two grades of C+ during the curriculum, as long as the overall grade-point average remains at a 3.0.
Each semester, the faculty reviews the scholastic record of all enrolled students and makes recommendations for warning, probationary status, or dismissal of students. The graduate program director and/or chair of the Academic Standing Committee notifies the student of any action taken.
Student Appeals
Student complaints about grades will, where possible, be handled within the structure of the graduate degree program.
Students should consult the Student Handbook of the School of Health Related Professions (SHRP) for information about the appeal process for those courses taught by SHRP faculty.
