What are the quantitative and qualitative standards of SAP?
The quantitative standard is the student’s pace of completion, while the qualitative standard is the student’s GPA
What is the maximum timeframe for a graduate program?
It is defined by the school based on the length of the program
If a student is placed on SAP probation, at what point must they meet the minimum SAP requirements?
At the end of the next payment period
What are the 3 general SAP policy requirements?
1) academic standards for Title IV recipients must be the “same as or stricter than” the school’s standards for non-Title VI recipients, 2) a school must consistently apply policy to categories of students, and 3) the school must evaluate SAP at scheduled intervals
Are institutions required to allow SAP appeals?
No, institutions can make a policy not to allow SAP appeals
If a student’s SAP warning period has lapsed, how can the student move to SAP probation?
By making a successful appeal under the institution’s SAP policy
If a student does not meet SAP standards after one payment period on probation, can an institution extend the probation period?
Yes, the school can implement an academic plan with appropriate checkpoints to continue probation (if allowed by SAP policy). Probation can continue as long as student meets these checkpoints
What 4 things must be documented in the student’s file in relation to a SAP appeal decision?
1) the date the appeal was made, 2) why the decision was made, 3) who made the appeal decision, and 4) that the school notified the student of the outcome of the appeal
If a student’s grade is changed due to an administrative error, when must the student’s SAP standing be reevaluated?
At the next regular evaluation
How are transfer hours counted in the SAP quantitative standard?
Accepted transfer hours count as both hours attempted and earned
What are the limits for students taking remedial coursework?
They are limited to one academic year and/or 30 credit hours of remedial coursework
What impact do audit courses have on SAP?
Audit courses contribute to a student’s pace and timeframe, but not their GPA
