You're struggling to keep your GPA up at the University of Wyoming, and now you're facing the possibility of sanctions—probation or, worse, suspension. You've tried everything you can think of to improve, from studying harder to visiting with professors during office hours, but nothing seems to work.
We know the idea that a law firm might be able to help you with academics may seem odd, but you might be surprised at what the attorneys at the Lento Law Firm can do. Few students realize that there are ways to use the university system to your advantage. In fact, the Lento Law Firm's Education Law Team has helped hundreds of students use their own schools' rules and regulations to turn their GPAs around. We can do the same for you.
We'll give you some concrete examples of what we mean below. First, though, you need to know how to contact us for help. Call 888-535-3686 today, or take a little time now and tell us what kind of problem you're facing.
Academic Progress Standards at the University of Wyoming
You can't possibly hope to meet UW's progress standards if you don't know what they are. You'd be surprised how many of our clients don't. The university maintains a clear academic standing policy, and that policy sets all the requirements. It also describes the various consequences you face when you're not meeting those requirements.
- Good Standing: When you're doing especially well, UW confers honors, like inclusion on the Dean's List. For the most part, though, your primary goal should be to keep yourself in good standing. That means keeping your cumulative grade point average at 2.0 or better.
- Academic Probation. Should your GPA fall below 2.0, UW then places you on academic probation. Your individual college may assign specific remediation when you are on probation, like study skills courses, or you may be asked to meet with your advisor before you register. As far as the larger university is concerned, though, your entire focus at this point should be on returning to good standing.
- Academic Suspension: You can remain on probation until you return to good standing, as long as you earn at least a 2.0 each term. Fail to do that, and you face academic suspension. Suspension means total separation from the university, and it lasts for at least one semester (not including summer terms). It is possible to return to the university, but you must petition the Dean of your college for reinstatement. If the Dean refuses your petition, you must wait another semester before reapplying.
Keep in mind, as well, that the university allows for a maximum of three suspensions. After that point, you are permanently dismissed from UW.
Dealing With Academic Sanctions
The University of Wyoming offers an academic renewal option that allows you to return to the university with a clean slate. However, this option is only available if you have been away from school for five years.
Otherwise, the standing policy makes no mention of any kind of appeals process or forgiveness for a low GPA. Luckily, there are ways to avoid academic sanctions if you know how to use the UW system effectively. The Lento Law Firm attorney can show you how to protect yourself, whatever your particular situation might be. For example,
- Extenuating circumstances can often gain you additional time to improve. If you're dealing with a serious illness, for instance, or a family emergency, you can petition the Dean of your college to suspend a sanction and give you time to work on your GPA.
- Every student deserves fair treatment in the classroom. If you think an instructor is mistreating you in any way, you should report that to the instructor's department head. At a minimum, this will create a paper trail that you can later use to file a formal grade appeal.
- If you struggle in all or most of your courses, you could have an undiagnosed learning disability. Conditions like ADD and ADHD entitle you to accommodations in many of your courses. You also have the right to drop low grades from your transcript and retake those courses without penalty.
- Academic misconduct allegations are another common cause of low grades. If an instructor thinks you've cheated on an exam or committed some form of plagiarism, they have the authority to lower your grade on an assignment or lower your course grade. The University of Wyoming maintains an appeals process, though, for students wishing to challenge their instructor's decisions.
- Faculty are sometimes willing to negotiate grades, particularly if you have a compelling argument. Your individual assignment scores might not add up to a passing grade, for instance, but if you've shown progress, you might try asking an instructor to pass you anyway.
- Some faculty assign makeup and extra credit work to students with borderline grades. You should take advantage of every opportunity. Improving a B to an A can have just as much impact on your GPA as raising an F to a D.
You can count on the Lento Law Firm attorney to go over your situation carefully before recommending a plan of action. They'll also support you as you implement that plan. The Lento Law Firm attorneys can help you file informal appeals, coach you in negotiating with faculty, or simply figure out who you need to call when you're dealing with an especially tricky situation.
What Can the Lento Law Firm Do For You?
Your University of Wyoming 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 Lento 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.
