You know all about the usual methods of keeping your GPA up. You’re in class every day, sitting in the front row and nodding in time to whatever your professor has to say. You start papers the day they’re assigned—mostly. You study hard. You visit instructors during office hours when you’re having a problem. You join study groups, and you have tutors on speed dial.

Now, let’s talk about what to do when all of that isn’t enough. The thing is, other issues can come up—issues that have nothing to do with how smart you are or how hard you’re working—and they can bring down your grades, too. Maybe a professor doesn’t want to let you make up an exam you missed to attend a funeral. Maybe your course webpage says you didn’t turn in your final paper, even though you know you did. Maybe you’ve just run into a professor who doesn’t seem to like you.

The LLF National Law Firm can’t do your studying for you or take your exams. However, our Education Law Team knows everything about how Arizona State – Phoenix Downtown operates. We can show you how to use the system to your advantage and make your college experience a lot easier.

We’ll get into some specific tips and tricks below. For now, though, know that any time you’re struggling academically, you owe it to yourself to find out how we can help. Call 888-535-3686 today to find out more, or take a little time now and tell us what kind of problem you’re facing.

Academic Progress Standards at Arizona State University – Phoenix Downtown

Before we get into ways to keep your GPA up, let’s talk about just how high you need to keep your GPA at ASU–Phoenix. Like other colleges and universities, ASU–Phoenix maintains an academic standing policy that explains exactly what you need to do to make steady progress toward your degree. You’re given a specific status based on your GPA, and depending on your status, you may have to deal with academic sanctions.

  • Good Standing: The goal is always to remain in good standing. Good standing means you’re doing exactly what you need to do, and it’s the only way you can be sure you won’t have to fulfill any extra academic requirements. ASU–Phoenix defines good standing as a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better.
  • Academic Warning: If your GPA falls below 2.0 during your first semester, you’re issued an academic warning. The university recognizes that students sometimes struggle when they start college and provides a sort of grace period.
  • Academic Probation: However, if you struggle at any point after that first semester, you face a more serious academic sanction—probation. As part of probation, you’re required to complete an online workshop on strategies for academic improvement. In addition, you must enroll in UNI 220—Mindset Connections. You can earn additional semesters of probation as long as your term GPA is at least 2.0, and, of course, you can return to good standing any time your cumulative GPA rises above 2.0.
  • Academic Disqualification. If you fail to earn a term GPA of 2.0 while on probation, however, ASU–Phoenix then disqualifies you entirely from taking courses at the university.

You can apply for readmission to ASU–Phoenix after disqualification, but only if you can prove you are ready to meet academic standards. There are two ways to do this. First, you can take summer courses at the university until you raise your cumulative GPA back above 2.0. Alternatively, you can take at least 12 hours at another school and earn a 2.0 for this work.

In either case, you must then apply for readmission to ASU–Phoenix.

Dealing With Academic Sanctions

If you’ve reached the point of disqualification, an Education Law Team attorney can work with you to get back on track academically. We know the best strategies for meeting ASU–Phoenix’s readmission requirements, how to file readmission packages, and generally what you need to do to make yourself look good on paper.

You don’t have to reach the point of dismissal to seek help though. In fact, it’s better if you seek help earlier, the moment you begin to struggle academically. We can offer a number of useful approaches to keeping your GPA out of the danger zone.

  • ASU – Phoenix’s standing policy doesn’t mention the possibility of appeal. However, you can always petition your school or college informally for more time to improve. Usually, extenuating circumstances are grounds for additional semesters on probation.
  • You have the right to fair treatment in every classroom. If you feel an instructor is mistreating you, you should report that immediately to your instructor’s department head.
  • Low grades can be a sign of a learning disability. Disability Services offers testing and can work out course accommodations if you need them.
  • If you’ve been given a low grade as a result of an academic misconduct allegation, you can challenge your instructor’s decisions by appealing to the dean of your college.
  • Some faculty are willing to assign makeup and extra credit work to students with borderline grades. It never hurts to ask.
  • You can also try negotiating with faculty. If you did well on your final exam, for example, you might ask an instructor to use that score as your course grade.

Whatever your particular situation, your attorney will have a solution in mind. They’ll also work with you to put that solution into action. They always know who to call, what to say, and how to say it, and they’re always on your side.

What Can the LLF National Law Firm Do For You?

Your Arizona State – Downtown Phoenix diploma is far more than just a piece of paper. It’s your avenue to a successful career. If it’s under threat for any reason, you can’t afford to try and handle the problem by yourself. University processes and procedures can be complex and difficult to navigate, and often, you will find the system is stacked against you. You need the very best help you can get, someone who is in your corner and ready to fight on your behalf.

The LLF National Law Firm’s Education Law Team has helped hundreds of students, just like you, respond to academic progress issues and make it to graduation. What can we do for you? To find out, call us today at 888-535-3686 or use our online form.

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