Academic Suspension FAQs

What is Suspension?

Students who have less than a 2.0 cumulative grade point average are considered “At Risk of Failing.” There are 3 levels of “At Risk” students at Bucks: Academic Warning, Probation, and Suspension. Suspension is the most severe of the 3 levels. If you were on Probation for 2 consecutive semesters, you are in danger of being suspended. If Suspended, you are not allowed to attend the College for the designated semester.

What does this mean?

• It means that you are prohibited from attending the upcoming semester.

I already registered for the next semester. What will happen?

• Denise May, Chairperson of the Academic Performance Committee will review your transcript. You should contact Ms. May immediately at 2215-968-8252 or at mayd@bucks.edu

I will not register for the next semester. What should I do?

• During the semester when you are prohibited from registering and attending, meet with an Academic Advisor to gain insight into the areas that are a problem and suggestions on how to improve your academic performance.

Can I ever come back?

• Yes, after you have “sat out” a semester, you may apply for reinstatement.

How do I do this?

• Complete the Application for Reinstatement. You can send to Admissions and we will forward it to the Academic Performance Committee.
• Forward any transcripts from other colleges you attended during your absence from Bucks.

What happens then?

• You must then meet with the Academic Performance Committee who will determine if you are ready to come back and under what circumstances. The Committee may restrict your course selection.