Ph.D. Standards

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Qualitative Standard: Grade Point Average (GPA)

• If you are a Ph.D. student, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 for your entire period of enrollment.
• If your program requires a higher cumulative GPA, the higher requirement will be used to determine SAP financial aid eligibility.
• Your GPA will be reviewed at the end of each term.

Quantitative Standard

• You must complete your doctoral degree within eight calendar years of your program admission date.
• If you are unable to complete your degree within this timeframe, you may file a Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal form to be considered for an extension.