Academic Standing
Good Academic Standing
Students with a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better are in good academic standing at Guilford. A student new to Guilford is considered to be in good academic standing.
Academic Probation
A Guilford student is placed on academic probation if the student’s cumulative grade-point average is below the level required for graduation: 2.00.
Students placed on academic probation are not allowed any unexcused absences from classes. A student’s eligibility to continue at Guilford is contingent upon the student earning at least a C (2.00) average during each term that the student is on academic probation. Earning a C average during a given term may not remove a student from academic probation, but it will assure eligibility to continue at Guilford. Failure to meet these conditions of academic probationwill result in suspension or dismissal from the college.
Students must have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 or greater to graduate from Guilford. Students cannot graduate from the college while on academic probation.
Academic probation is not considered a punitive measure, but rather an indication that the student needs to find a better strategy for academic success. Students on academic probation are encouraged to consult with her/his academic advisor, the staff of the Learning Commons or the campus life staff to help surmount difficulties that might lead to suspension or dismissal.
Academic Suspension or Dismissal (see Separation from the College)