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Academic Suspension

A student with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) below 2.00, who earned a semester GPA below 2.0 while on Academic Warning, is in Academic Suspension.

A student placed on Academic Suspension may not schedule courses at the University for two consecutive semesters (note: summer session is equal to one semester and includes all courses offered after spring semester and before fall semester).

A student returning from Academic Suspension must apply for re-enrollment to the University (Faculty Senate Policy 58-00).

A student must receive written support from the college/major the student intends to pursue. If re-enrollment is granted, the student will return to the University in Academic Warning Status with the former CGPA and with a registration warning hold in place. In order to lift the hold, the student must meet with an academic adviser. 

A student who has been placed on Academic Suspension and fails to achieve a semester GPA of 2.00 or above is subject to Academic Dismissal and will not be able to schedule courses at Penn State for four years.

What steps should you take if you are a Berks student in Academic Suspension seeking Re-enrollment?

  1. Meet with Financial Aid (if applicable): If you plan to use financial aid, schedule an appointment with the Financial Aid Office. Contact them at 610-396-6070 or email BerksFinAid@psu.edu to review your financial profile and discuss potential funding options. If you still plan to re-enroll, then follow the next steps.
  2. Contact the Berks Advising Center: Email BKadvisingcenter@psu.edu to schedule an appointment with Karen DelVecchio or schedule an appointment using starfish.psu.edu if you have access. Please include your PSU ID number in the body of the email.
  3. Prepare for Your Advising Appointment: Prior to your appointment, complete the Academic Success Worksheet.
  4. Attend Your Advising Appointment: During your appointment, you will review your Academic Success Plan Worksheet, your re-enrollment form, and the next steps.
Anticipated Semester of ReturnDeadline to Submit all Paperwork
FallWeek of July 2nd
SpringFriday before Thanksgiving
SummerLast Friday in March

While you are away from the University, you will be expected to make significant progress toward goals that will help you to return to the University prepared to make academic progress. You will be expected to document your progress toward meeting these goals. Activities may include:

  • Working at a job/internship or participating in a job shadowing experience that provides context for a potential future career area.
  • Volunteering with an organization to enhance the community around you.
  • Making meaningful changes in your personal life to help you to overcome areas of previous difficulty.
  • Addressing any health issues or personal areas of concern.
  • Successfully completing coursework at another college or university.

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