ACADEMIC INFORMATION Academic Information Academic Readiness UA Fort Smith expects students entering college-level credit courses to meet current reading, writing, and mathematics skill levels for those courses. These skill levels promote students’ success. Skill levels are measured by standardized placement tests. UA Fort Smith provides opportunities for students to improve their reading, writing, and mathematics skills if needed. Computer Readiness Students are expected to possess basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications, and accessing the World Wide Web. Registration Students may register during designated registration periods published on the University website. Registration is accomplished through the University Web-registration system or with the faculty advisor and/or Student Advisement. For additional information, go online to www.uafortsmith.edu/online/ classschedules and click on "Calendar." All first-time college students and transfer students with fewer than 12 credit hours will attend a New Student Orientation (NSO) program to learn about the University and to register for courses. Students are responsible for planning their programs of study and meeting course, grade, and graduation requirements. During each registration period, students are strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor or faculty advisor to review policies and degree requirements. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of students to be informed of all regulations and requirements for a degree from UA Fort Smith and to monitor progress toward a successful university experience. College Hours/Course Load A semester hour is earned when students satisfactorily complete class work to which they devote the equivalent of one hour per week for sixteen weeks. In laboratory courses, it is necessary to spend more time for each semester hour of credit. Students may carry up to 18 hours in the fall or spring semester without special permission; however, the average is 15. No more than seven hours in a single summer term and no more than a total of 14 hours in one summer will be allowed without special permission. Special permission for additional hours must be obtained from the appropriate dean. Prerequisite/Corequisite Course Requirements Prerequisite and corequisite courses are designed to prepare students to meet the requirements of a specific course. In general, the minimal qualifying grade for successful completion of a prerequisite course is a "C"; however, some degree plans require a grade of "B" in order to progress to the next course. Students should refer to program information requirements for a specific degree plan. A student will be required to withdraw from a class if the minimum grade requirement was not met in the prerequisite course. Corequisite courses must be taken concurrently. Classification of Students The student’s classification is based on the total number of nondevelopmental semester hours earned at UA Fort Smith and accepted in transfer from other colleges and universities, regardless of whether the courses involved are applicable to the student’s major or degree plan. Students are expected to complete all lower-division course requirements prior to reaching senior status. Freshman 1-29 semester hours Sophomore 30-59 semester hours Junior 60-89 semester hours Senior 90 or more semester hours Transcripts Official transcripts of a student’s work at UA Fort Smith may be obtained from the Records Office in accordance with federal guidelines: 1. Transcripts are issued only at the written request of the student or appropriate institutions and officials. A transcript request form is available to be downloaded at www.uafortsmith.edu/ Records. Requests may be made in person, via LionsLink, by mail or fax and should include the name under which the student was enrolled, the student ID number or Social Security number, dates of attendance at UA Fort Smith, name and address of the person or institution to which the transcript is to be sent, as well as the student’s signature. Telephone requests are not accepted. 2. Official transcripts of the student’s complete permanent record are issued on “security” paper with the embossed seal of the University. 3. Transcripts which have been presented for admission or evaluation of credit become the property of UA Fort Smith as a part of the student’s permanent record and are not reissued. Transcripts from other institutions, if needed, must be obtained directly from the original issuing institution. College Credit for Nontraditional Education UA Fort Smith, recognizing that learning can be obtained outside the traditional classroom situation, awards college credit for nontraditional education experiences, provided evidences are properly validated and the University offers a course in the area in which the nontraditional learning took place. A student may receive credit at UA Fort Smith through the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), challenge exams, and military service training. Credit from any combination of the sources is limited to one-half of the total credit required to complete a technical certificate; credit should not exceed a maximum of 30 semester hours for an associate or bachelor’s degree. College credit for nontraditional education will not be posted on an academic record until the student has successfully completed at least six semester credit hours of work in residency. Credit awarded for nontraditional education will appear on the student’s permanent record as earned credit only, without any indication of grades or quality points. Credit posted as general transfer for the institution may not always apply to specific, degree-program requirements. Limited military credit will apply for academic course credit. All military credit will be evaluated by UA Fort Smith. CLEP and AP credit granted by any other accredited institution and posted on an official transcript will transfer to UA Fort Smith. CLEP credit will not be posted if the student has begun the course. 44 If a student earns CLEP or AP credit as well as traditional credit for the same course, the most recent credit earned will be included and former credit will be excluded on the transcript. • Advanced Placement (AP). UA Fort Smith participates in the Advanced Placement (AP) program of the College Entrance Examination Board and has authorized credit and/or placement for students who present qualifying scores in certain courses. UA Fort Smith will grant credit for the AP program based on the following placement scores: UA Fort Smith Course Minimum AP Score American History I or II (HIST 2753 or HIST 2763) 3 American History I and II (HIST 2753 and HIST 2763) 4 American National Government (POLS 2753) 3 Beginning Spanish II (SPAN 1314) 3 Calculus I (MATH 2804) 3 Calculus AB Calculus I and II (MATH 2804, 2854) 3 Calculus BC College Chemistry I and II (CHEM 1404 and 1414) 4 College Physics I (PHYS 2803/2811) 3* College Physics I and II (PHYS 2803/2811 and 2823/2831) 4 Freshman English I (ENGL 1203) English Literature and Composition or English Language and Composition .3 Freshman English I and II (ENGL 1203/1213) English Literature and Composition or English Language and Composition 4 or both English Literature and Composition and English Language and Composition 3 Additional English general education credit English Literature and Composition and/or English Language and Composition 5** Biological Science I (BIOL 1153/1151) 4 General Psychology (PSYC 1163) 3 Music Appreciation (MUSI 2763) 3 Statistics (MATH 2503) 3 * Must enroll and complete the next course in the sequence with a “C” or better to receive credit. ** Student may submit a writing sample to the chair of the English department. Upon evaluation, student may be awarded additional literature general education credit. • College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Students who complete the subject-area examinations of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) with satisfactory scores may be granted credit toward a degree at UA Fort Smith. When testing in courses required by the major or minor, students must have approval from the college in which they are majoring to count the hours earned from CLEP toward graduation. CLEP credit may be awarded to those students who: (1) have met the minimum score requirement set by the University, (2) need the credit to satisfy the general education or elective requirements, (3) have not yet begun the course. Exams must be taken before the end of the semester in which a student is enrolled for the 75th hour. CLEP exams may not be retaken within a six-month period per College Board policy. Official score reports are received from the College Entrance Examination Board or the Educational Testing Service. Inquiries should be directed to the Testing Center, which administers the examination. To register for a CLEP exam, please contact the Testing Center at (479) 788-7682 to schedule an appointment. Exam cost is $65 each, with payment by credit card or check made payable to CLEP. There is a $15 administrative fee payable by check or credit card to UA Fort Smith. Credit is offered in the following CLEP subjects: Composition Literature Score Hrs. English Composition* 55/66 3/6 American Literature 58/68 3/6 English Literature 57 3 Spanish Language 50/63 8/11 Mathematics Sciences Score Hrs. College Algebra 52 3 Calculus 60 5 Biology 50 4 Chemistry 55 8 Precalculus 60 5 45 Social Sciences History Score Hrs. American Government 50 3 U.S. History I 50 3 U.S. History II 50 3 Human Growth and Development 50 3 Introductory Psychology 55 3 Introductory Sociology 59 3 Business Score Hrs. Principles of Accounting 54 3 Introductory Business Law 52 3 Macroeconomics 54 3 Microeconomics 54 3 * Essay Required. All students taking the Freshman College Composition test for credit at UA Fort Smith must include the writing essay section of the test, which will be provided by and scored by the English Department of the University. Credit is awarded on the basis of DANTES Subject Standardized Tests in the same subject where CLEP credit is awarded by UA Fort Smith. Scored requirements for DANTES credit are the same as those for corresponding CLEP credit. DANTES general exam scores are not accepted. • Challenge Examinations. In courses for which no CLEP examination is available, UA Fort Smith may grant credit on the basis of examinations administered by the department in which the credit is to be awarded. A Challenge Exam must be taken prior to enrollment in the course and after payment of the Challenge Exam fee. If a specific course is not listed, a student may contact the instructor of the course to determine if a Challenge Exam is appropriate and available. The following are examples of Challenge Exam subjects: Anatomy and Physiology I and II Arc Welding I Automotive Engines Automotive Theory and Maintenance Basic Anatomy and Physiology Basic Business Computing Basic Machine Shop Blueprint Reading for Welders Braking Systems CADD-2D Design Level I Chemistry for Health Occupations Electrical Circuits and Components Electronic Fabrication I Engineering Graphics I Fundamentals of Electricity Industrial Electricity I and II Intro. to Transmissions and Drive Trains Life Span Developmental Psychology Spanish • Military Credit. Active duty personnel and veterans may, at their request, receive credit for validated military service training, including military service schools and USAFI courses. The recommendation of the American Council on Education, A Guide to the Evaluation of Education Experiences in the Armed Services, will be used in evaluating military service school training. A certified true copy of the veteran’s separation papers (DD 214) and official transcript from the appropriate branch of service should be submitted to the Records Office. Information on enlisted soldiers and veterans whose basic active service dates fall on or after October 1, 1981, may be obtained as follows. Army: request an Army-American Council on Education registry transcript, AARTS Operation Center, Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas 66027-5073; Navy or Marine Corps: request a Sailor or Marine American Council on Education registry transcript from NETPDTC, Navy College Center, Code N2A5, 6490 Saufley Field Road, Pensacola, FL 35209-5204; Air Force: request an official transcript from the Community College of the Air Force from CCAF/RRR, 130 West Maxwell Boulevard, Maxwell, AFB, AL 36112-6613. Military credit will be evaluated as general transfer hours for the institution. Limited military credit will apply for academic course credit. Military credit will be evaluated by the individual College to apply for degree-program requirements. Adding Courses/Late Registration To ensure maximum opportunity for success, students should register for class before the first scheduled class meeting of each term. However, late registration and/or class changes may be authorized through the first week of classes upon approval of the College Dean. 46 Wait-List Courses If a course enrollment has reached maximum enrollment during registration, a student may be placed on a wait list for the particular course by an advisor. If space becomes available, the student will be enrolled in the course. The student can verify enrollment in the course by checking LionsLink or with Student Advisement. If the course has been added to the student’s schedule and the student no longer wishes to be enrolled in the course, the student must officially withdraw from the course prior to the start of the term for a full refund. Auditing Courses Students who audit courses must be officially admitted to the University and pay the regular fee for the course. Those who audit courses will receive a grade of “AU.” An auditing student may drop a course or be dropped by an instructor following normal withdrawal procedures any time during the withdrawal period and receive a grade of “W.” Audited courses are not eligible for financial aid. Ideally, students who wish to audit a course should declare their intentions when they enroll. Students may change from audit to credit status or credit to audit status through the fifth day of the fall or spring semester. Summer terms and off-schedule courses will follow a prorated time period. No change will be allowed after the fifth day of the term. Individual instructors will determine the degree of participation of students auditing a course. Repeating Courses A student may repeat a course taken at UA Fort Smith regardless of whether credit hours were previously earned. In every case, no more hours can be earned than would be received from one successful enrollment. If a student reenrolls for credit, an “E” (excluded from GPA) will mark the original repeated course. The most recent enrollment is designated by “I” (included in GPA). For repeated UA Fort Smith courses, only the grade earned during the most recent enrollment is computed in the cumulative grade point average. All courses are included as attempted hours for financial aid. Withdrawal from Classes All withdrawals from class must be processed through an advisor and the Records Office. Students may withdraw from courses prior to the start of the fall, spring, and summer terms by the LionsLink Web- registration process. Students who wish to withdraw from a class or change classes are governed by the following policy: 1. Withdrawals through the official reporting day are not recorded on the student’s permanent record. However, any withdrawal on the first class day or after will be counted as attempted hours for financial aid purposes. 2. After the official reporting day: A. Students are required to obtain both the instructor’s and advisor’s signatures in order to withdraw. B. Students withdrawing from a credit course prior to 5 p.m. on Friday of the tenth week (or the equivalent) of the fall or spring semester will receive a “W” on their permanent records. C. Summer term students withdrawing from a credit class prior to 5 p.m. on Friday, two weeks prior to the end of the five- or six-week summer term during which they are enrolled will receive a “W” on their permanent records. Failure to attend and/or pay tuition does not constitute official withdrawal. Students who are on financial aid or are receiving a scholarship, should check with the financial aid office prior to withdrawing from a class. Attendance Students are expected to attend all classes. After an unavoidable absence because of illness or an emergency, students must take the responsibility for contacting instructors to make up missed work. 47 Each instructor’s specific attendance and drop policy will be distributed with other course information at the beginning of each semester. It is the student’s responsibility to know the policy and comply. When absences exceed the number allowed by the instructor of the class, the instructor has the authority to give the student a grade of “F” at the end of the semester or to drop the student from the class within the withdrawal period by the following procedure: 1. The instructor notifies the student of his or her attendance status. 2. The student is given the opportunity to discuss his or her status with the instructor. 3. If attendance is subsequently unsatisfactory, the instructor will then drop the student from the class by completing the withdrawal notice and filing the form with the Records Office. This procedure does not remove the primary responsibility of the student for taking official withdrawal action. Students dropped by an instructor receive a “W” through the tenth week of a regular semester and the third week of a summer semester. Withdrawals will end on Friday of the tenth week of the regular semesters and the third week of the five-week summer terms and other five-week courses. Courses which do not correspond to these time frames will be handled on a prorated basis. Absence Due to Participation In University Sponsored Events Students engaged in sanctioned extracurricular activities in which they are representing the University should be excused from class and be allowed to make up work without penalty. Students are responsible for all material covered and for any class activities missed during the absence. Students are required to contact each of his/her instructors at least one week prior to the absence to discuss requirements for completing missed assignments. Exceptions to this policy will be handled by the appropriate academic dean, with the provost being the final arbiter. Academic Progress The purpose for establishing standards of satisfactory academic progress is to identify students whose progress toward degree or certificate completion is below average in terms of grade point average. The intent is to provide assistance to raise the GPA to an acceptable standard for graduation. Minimum Standards A student must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 to maintain satisfactory academic progress. Evaluation will be made at the end of each fall, spring, and combined summer terms to determine the student’s progress for GPA requirements and academic standing. (See “Academic Probation” or “Suspension” on page 51.) For repeated UA Fort Smith courses, only the grade earned during the most recent enrollment is computed in the cumulative GPA. An “IP” (In Progress) grade is not calculated into the GPA until the end of the contract period. Enrollment in a course with a prerequisite requires a grade of “C” or better in the prerequisite course(s) before enrolling in the advanced course. Academic Honesty UA Fort Smith is committed to helping students attain the highest level of academic achievement. That achievement is predicated on a foundation of scholastic integrity in all aspects of students’ academic work. This absolute standard of academic honesty lies at the heart of any pursuit of learning and the award of any degree or certificate. All students, faculty, and staff of UA Fort Smith are responsible for understanding and abiding by the academic honesty policy. The University supports faculty and staff in the good faith application of these policies as they conduct their official duties. This policy is only one element of the University’s commitment to academic honesty; students will find this institutional value, and the practice of scholastic integrity, reflected in many ways in all University programs and services. 48 Academic dishonesty in any form, including using unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise; plagiarism; forgery; falsification of records; unauthorized possession of examinations; any and all other actions that may improperly affect the evaluation of a student’s academic performance or achievement; and the assistance of others in any such act, is forbidden. An instructor who has proof that a student is guilty of academic dishonesty may take appropriate action, up to and including, assigning the student a grade of “F” for the course and suspending the student from the class. The “F” will be the final grade and the student may not withdraw from the course with a “W”. A description of the incident and the action taken will be reported to the appropriate dean and will be placed in the student’s file in the Records Office. The student may appeal either the finding of academic dishonesty or the penalty, or both, to the Academic Integrity Committee within three (3) business days of notification. Appeal forms may be obtained from Student Advisement. Upon appeal, a student will be allowed to continue in class until the appeal is adjudicated. The Academic Integrity Committee acts as arbitrator in such situations, presenting its findings and recommendation to the provost for review. In cases of repeated offenses, the provost may take appropriate action, up to and including permanent suspension from the University, or solicit the recommendations of the Academic Integrity Committee. A copy of such action will be placed in the student’s file in the Records Office. Repeat incidents of academic dishonesty could result in the assignment of a grade of “FX” on the transcript, clearly indicating the failing grade was the result of academic dishonesty. Grade Reports Mid term and final grades for each semester are posted electronically on the student’s UA Fort Smith LionsLink. Students can review and print unofficial copies of their current grades and transcripts through LionsLink. Only the final grade is posted on the official transcript. Refer to Transcript section for information on obtaining an official transcript. Grades and Grade Points UA Fort Smith uses the following system of grading: A Excellent 4 quality points B Good 3 quality points C Average 2 quality points D Passing 1 quality point AU Audited 0 quality points W Withdrew 0 quality points IP In-progress 0 quality points F Failing 0 quality points FX Failing-Dishonesty 0 quality points CR Credit 0 quality points AU, IP, CR, and W are disregarded in calculating grade point averages except for certain financial aid purposes; the Student Handbook includes detailed instructions for computing both semester and cumulative grade point averages. For regulations concerning auditing, see the “Auditing” section in this catalog. GPA Definitions Overall GPA: GPA for all course work completed at UA Fort Smith. Term GPA: GPA for all course work for any specified term. In-Grade At the end of any semester, an instructor may assign a grade of “IP” if extenuating circumstances have prevented the student from completing all course requirements. An “IP” grade is appropriate ONLY in situations where the student has completed at least 75 percent of the course requirements, based on the professional judgment of the instructor. The instructor shall make a professional judgment, on a case-by-case basis, concerning the efficacy of assigning an “IP” grade. If a grade of “IP” is assigned, the instructor will make a written contract with the student, list work to be completed, and provide a specific date for completion of the course work. The instructor will file the contract with the Records Office. If the remaining course requirements are not completed by the end of the next spring or fall semester AND a final grade has not been assigned by the instructor, the Records Office will automatically 49 change the “IP” grade to an “F.” However, if the contract on file in the Records Office has a later completion date, that contract date is the final deadline for changing an “IP” to an “F.” The in-progress grade contract cannot be extended beyond the original date without permission of the dean. Grade A student who believes an error has been made in the assignment of a final grade must contact the instructor to resolve the issue(s). Should the student remain dissatisfied, he or she may appeal to the department chair/program director (if applicable) and then to the dean of the College in which the course originates. If the dean disagrees with the instructor’s response, the dean will refer the matter to the Academic Integrity Committee. The dean will respond to the student in writing within seven days of receipt of the written appeal from the student, either denying the appeal or indicating that the appeal has been referred to the Academic Integrity Committee. If the dean has upheld the instructor’s response, the student may petition the Academic Integrity Committee and should do so no later than the last day of the next regular (fall or spring) semester. Failure to act within that time period disqualifies the student from further pursuit of the matter. The Academic Integrity Committee shall be convened within 14 business days of receipt of the petition. The committee shall submit its recommendation to the provost no later than 21 business days from receipt of the petition. The provost will notify the student of the decision. The decision of the provost is final. Grade petition forms are available from an advisor. Academic Grievance A student with a grievance concerning an instructor, a method of instruction, or dismissal from a program should follow the informal and formal grievance procedures described in the respective program documents, if applicable. For those programs without specific written grievance procedures, the student should attempt to resolve the matter informally first with the instructor, then with the department chair or program director, and then with the appropriate dean. The formal grievance process is used when the informal procedures have been exhausted with no satisfactory resolution. For a formal hearing, the student must submit a request, in writing, to the appropriate dean within 14 business days of the incident. The request must contain: 1. The specific injury to the student 2. The date(s) which the injury(ies) occurred 3. Name(s) of person(s) involved 4. Measures taken by the student to rectify the particular incident being grieved 5. Any other pertinent information The dean will review the formal request to determine its merit and to ensure all avenues for resolution have been exhausted by the student. An answer/decision will be issued to the student in writing within seven business days of receiving the formal grievance. If the student wishes to pursue the matter further, he or she must submit a written request within three business days to the provost for the matter to be reviewed. The provost will issue a decision in writing within seven business days. The decision of the provost is final. Matters other than instruction should be taken to the dean of students. Academic Alert A student who is failing or near failing in a course may be sent an academic alert notice by the instructor. At that time, the student is expected to contact the instructor and/or advisor to address the poor academic performance. Students may also visit the Gordon Kelley Learning Assistance Center for help. Failure to address this concern will reflect negatively on the student’s status should he or she be considered for academic suspension appeal at a later date. Academic A student must maintain a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.00 to maintain satisfactory progress. Students are encouraged to use all available resources in the LAC (Vines 101, 788-7675), Student Advisement and Career Planning and faculty to reestablish an acceptable GPA. 50 ACADEMIC WARNING Students will be placed on academic warning if, at the close of the fall, spring or combined summer terms, their cumulative GPA falls below 2.00. Students will remain on warning as long as their semester GPA is 2.00 or higher and cumulative GPA is less than 2.00. Enrollment is not limited or restricted. ACADEMIC PROBATION Students will be placed on academic probation if, while on warning, a 2.00 semester GPA and a 2.00 cumulative GPA is not achieved. Students will remain on probation as long as the semester GPA is 2.00 or higher and the cumulative GPA is less than 2.00. Credit hours are not limited; however, students will be required to meet with their advisor to review probation and suspension policies and will not be allowed to take online, web-enhanced, 8-week or weekend classes. ACADEMIC SUSPENSION Students will be suspended if, while on probation, their semester GPA falls below the 2.00 standard and their cumulative GPA is below 2.00. The following guidelines apply: First Suspension: Option 1. The student may sit out one fall or spring term and then return. Option 2. The student may register in the following fall or spring term for a maximum of 13 credit hours to include SAS 0201 Bridge to Success Seminar. If the student does not make a 2.00 semester GPA or does not pass the SAS 0201 with a grade of “C” or better, the student will be suspended and not allowed to enroll for one fall or spring term. Second Suspension: The student will not be allowed to attend for two full consecutive terms, a fall and a spring semester. Third Suspension: The student will be placed on academic dismissal. Academic dismissal is permanent unless readmission is granted by the Admission Appeals Committee. An appeal to return from dismissal must be made in writing and appropriate documentation of extreme medical/life crisis situations should be provided. The policies related to academic probation and suspension are separate and distinct from those related to financial aid probation and suspension. Each appeal is reviewed by its own separate committee. Students with a semester or cumulative GPA below 2.00, who intend to utilize financial aid grants or loans, should visit with a Financial Aid Officer. Academic Clemency Act 1000 of 1991 requires that state colleges and universities establish policies for academic clemency for undergraduate students. UA Fort Smith has a policy whereby students who have not been enrolled in a college or university for a five-year period may petition to have grades and credits earned prior to that period removed from consideration in their cumulative grade point average. Students should contact their advisor for petition procedures. However, these classes will still be calculated in the number of attempted hours for satisfactory academic progress for financial aid. Students who were enrolled in UA Fort Smith during the spring semester of 1991 or thereafter are eligible to apply for academic clemency through Student Advisement. If granted, academic clemency applies only while attending UA Fort Smith and may not be accepted at another institution. Academic clemency does not affect eligibility for athletic participation. Contact the UA Fort Smith VA representative for information regarding academic clemency and veterans benefits. Student Responsibilities for Copyrighted Materials It is the policy of the University of Arkansas System and its institutions to follow the United States Copyright Law and other statutes that protect the rights of copyright owners. All UA Fort Smith faculty, staff, and students should use copyrighted materials within the confines of the statutes and seek guidance from the Office of the Chancellor in determining fair use. Copyrighted materials include, but are not limited to, computer software, audio and video recordings, photographs, and written material. Violators are subject to University discipline, including suspension, as well as legal liability, even if the work did not contain a written copyright notice. It is also a violation to use a campus computer to illegally copy, display, or distribute copyrighted materials, such as software, MP3 files, or MPEG files. Use of commercial (for-profit) copyshops may not relieve an individual of liability for infringement. It would depend on: • whether the copying was fair use, and • whether the copyshop pays royalties. Online courses often contain copyrighted materials that the instructor is using under the TEACH Act of 2002. Students may use these materials within the online course, but may not save, alter, or redistribute them to those not enrolled in the course. Dean’s List A student whose name appears on the Dean’s List is recognized for high scholastic achievement. The Dean’s List comprises full-time students who have completed 12 (or more) college-level hours and who have earned at least a 3.50 grade point average (GPA) for the semester. Part-time students who have completed six hours or more concurrently also become eligible upon completion of 12 cumulative semester hours, if they have both semester and cumulative GPAs of 3.50 or above.