If you've been in college for more than a minute, you already know: it's not like high school. OK, so you take classes, you write papers, you study for exams. In high school, though, you didn't have to worry about getting up on time: someone knocked on your bedroom door every morning. Someone reminded you to study too. And once a week, your laundry magically showed up, neatly folded, on your bed.
You're in charge of all that now, and sometimes all that adulting can get in the way of keeping your grade point up. It happens. Your main goal should be to make sure it doesn't happen regularly and that a slip here or there doesn't turn into a full slide into academic dismissal.
Here's the good news: you may not have anyone to do your laundry now, but Attorney-advisor Joseph D. Lento and his Education Law Team can help make sure a low grade or two doesn't cost you your shot at a degree. They know how Walden University operates. They know who to talk to when there's a problem and what to say. They're also experienced at filing grade appeals. If you're facing academic progress issues, then you owe it to yourself to contact Joseph D. Lento and his team and find out just what they can do to help.
Academic Progression at Walden University
Walden University's academic standing policy isn't 100 percent clear. It does say that students whose cumulative GPAs fall below 2.0 are placed on Academic Warning status. It goes on to note that failure to meet your specific program's academic standards while on Warning status can result in dismissal. Furthermore, failing the same course twice is also grounds for dismissal. It does not explain, however, what kind of standards you might be required to meet while on Academic Warning. Nor does it specify how long you can remain on Academic Warning while you work to improve.
When policies are vague like this, it's more important than ever that you have someone on your side who can make sure you're treated fairly. Joseph D. Lento and his Education Law Team know the law as it concerns education. You have rights as a student, rights to be treated fairly, and rights to due process before you are expelled.
At the first sign of trouble, contact Joseph D. Lento and his team. They'll make sure no one violates your rights, and they'll work with you to make sure your university gives you every opportunity to earn your degree.
Dealing with Academic Standing Decision
The good news is Walden University provides a number of ways, both formal and informal, to deal with academic progress issues.
- For example, if your grade deficiencies are the result of extenuating circumstances, you have the right to submit a grade appeal. You may be entitled to higher grades in your courses or, at a minimum, to retake courses with no penalty.
- Further, you can file an academic appeal if you feel that you've been given an academic sanction—a warning or dismissal—unfairly.
- You can also apply to the university for readmission should you find yourself dismissed for academic cause. In fact, WU has an Academic Renewal program that allows students to remove up to two consecutive semesters' worth of grades from their GPA. Such programs, though, require you to submit documentation of hardship as well as a plan for how you intend to improve as a student if you are readmitted.
Of course, it's usually easier to avoid academic sanctions rather than try to deal with them after the fact. Luckily, Joseph D. Lento and his Education Law Team know a number of useful strategies for avoiding academic warnings and dismissals in the first place.
- Any time you are suffering mistreatment in the classroom, you should bring this to the attention of your dean. Such mistreatment can be grounds for a grade revision.
- If you suffer from a learning disability, you may have the right to classroom accommodations, like extra time to complete assignments or the option to record class lectures. If an instructor denies you these accommodations, you should let the Office of Disability Services know. Here again, you may be entitled to some form of grade relief.
- Low grades are sometimes the result of an academic misconduct allegation. If your instructor decides you've cheated on an exam, for example, they have the authority to lower your course grade. However, WU offers a process for appealing such decisions.
- Faculty are sometimes willing to negotiate grades. Maybe you have a compelling argument that your course progress deserves some consideration. This could be enough to convince your instructor to raise your scores.
- Some faculty are also willing to assign extra credit or makeup work to students with borderline grades.
Whatever your situation, Joseph D. Lento and his team will work with you to identify a way forward. They'll also help you to implement your plan, whether that means coaching you in negotiation strategies, gathering evidence of your academic ability, or drafting a formal appeal.
Premier Education Attorney-Advisor, Joseph D. Lento
Students ask all the time: How is an attorney supposed to help me make it through college? It's a fair question. After all, it's not like you're on trial for shoplifting. You need help with your grades. That's normally a matter of studying harder or finding a tutor.
The thing is, though, succeeding in college is often as much about navigating bureaucracy as it is about writing papers and taking exams. No one knows more about dealing with bureaucracy than attorneys, and no one knows more about dealing with educational bureaucracy than Joseph D. Lento and his Educational Law team. That team was assembled specifically to handle student conduct and academic progress issues.
Joseph D. Lento and his team are on your side. They understand that no one is perfect, and they're committed to the idea that a few mistakes shouldn't keep you from earning your degree and going on to a successful career. They'll fight to make sure you're treated fairly and that you get all the rights you deserve. You've worked hard to get to this point. Don't let that hard work go to waste. To find out more about how you can fight dismissal, contact the Lento Law Firm today at 888-555-3686, or use our automated online form.
