Understanding Academic Suspension at APSU
What is Academic Suspension?
Academic Suspension at Austin Peay State University (APSU) is a mandatory break period from studies that occurs when a student's academic performance consistently falls below university standards. This status is implemented after a student has been on academic probation and continues to maintain both an overall and semester GPA below the required threshold.
For specific GPA requirements, please consult the .
Types of Academic Suspension
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Suspension Type |
Suspension Period and Eligibility to Return/Appeal |
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1st Academic Suspension |
Suspension Period: One academic semester. Example: If suspended at the end of the fall semester, the student must sit out during the spring semester. Options: · The student may serve the required suspension period and return when eligible, or · If a student has successfully completed PASS 0900, they are eligible to submit an appeal for an earlier return. Submission of an appeal does not guarantee readmission. Appeals are reviewed by the Academic Suspension Appeals Committee, which meets once at the end of each term. |
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2nd Academic Suspension |
Suspension Period: One academic calendar year. Example: If suspended at the end of the spring semester, the student must sit out for the next two semesters and return the following fall. Options: · The student may serve the required suspension period and return when eligible, or · If a student has successfully completed PASS 0900, they are eligible to submit an appeal for an earlier return. Submission of an appeal does not guarantee readmission. Appeals are reviewed by the Academic Suspension Appeals Committee, which meets once at the end of each term. |
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Indefinite Suspension |
Suspension Period: Indefinite, with a minimum waiting period of one academic calendar year before becoming eligible to appeal. Eligibility to Appeal: A student may appeal for readmission after sitting out for one academic year. |
Appeal Deadlines for Upcoming Semesters
Academic Suspension Appeal Process
Students placed on academic suspension must serve the required suspension period listed in their suspension letter. After completing the required sit-out period, students may submit an appeal to request reinstatement.
After the required suspension period has been completed, students may submit an appeal form (link below), statement and support documentation to the Academic Standing Committee no later than the deadline listed in the suspension letter.
Students may submit one appeal per suspension period. Students on Indefinite Suspension may submit one appeal per calendar year.
Appeals are reviewed by the Academic Suspension Appeals Committee. The committee’s decision is final.
| Semester | Appeal Deadline | Committee Meeting | Notification Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | January 4, 2027 | January 12, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
| Summer 2027 | May 11, 2027 | May 18, 2027 | May 21, 2027 |
| Fall 2027 | August 5, 2027 | August 12, 2027 | August 17, 2027 |
Important Note
After successfully appealing any type of academic suspension, students will be placed on academic probation status with post-suspension monitoring.
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