A student has the right to appeal academic dismissal on the
grounds of technical error (e.g., there were fewer than three
consecutive semesters of enrollment with a semester grade-point average
below 2.0) or extenuating circumstances (e.g., severe medical problems
or family crisis). An error of omission on the part of the college is
not sufficient grounds to readmitting a student on appeal if
satisfactory progress toward the degree has not been made.
Student appeals must occur in writing within 10 working days of
the date of the letter of dismissal. To appeal an academic dismissal, a
student must fill out the Scholastic Standing Dismissal Appeal form
stating the specific reasons for the appeal together with any other
supportive material that may be relevant to the case, including medical
claims. The appeal letter must be submitted to the Scholastic Standing
Committee, c/o Office of Academic Services, 312 Hill Hall, Rutgers, The
State University of New Jersey, Newark, NJ 07102.
Upon review of the appeal letter and supporting documents, the
Scholastic Standing Committee may reinstate a dismissed student.
Students are notified in writing of the committee's decision.
