Students must have a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0 in order to obtain a degree, diploma, certificate, or receive a favorable recommendation from the College. The College realizes, however, the transition to college is difficult for some students. For this reason, a minimum cumulative average which a student must maintain each semester in order to continue at Union County College has been established. Students who fail to maintain the minimum cumulative average will be placed on probation for one semester or will be requested to withdraw if, in the opinion of the Academic Evaluation Committee, they are not benefiting from their college studies.

Students on probation may not carry over 13 semester hours without written approval from the Vice President for Academic Affairs and they may not hold office in any student organizations. Unless such a student shows decided improvement at the end of the probationary period, he or she will be asked to withdraw from the College. Decisions regarding probation, dismissal, and conditions of reentrance are made by the Academic Evaluation Committee. The Committee and other College authorities reserve the right to dismiss or request the resignation of a student at any time for poor scholarship, unsatisfactory conduct, or failure to abide by College regulations. The student receives written notification when he or she is placed on probation or is asked to withdraw.

Students on academic probation are invited to meet with a member of the Counseling Services Department.  The goal of probationary counseling is to facilitate academic success through early intervention counseling.  During the meeting a counselor will advise and assist the student with academic problems and concerns.  A follow-up session will also be held during the semester to review the students progress.  Students having questions or concerns may contact the Counseling Services Department.

A student who voluntarily withdraws during the semester with a poor scholastic record may be disqualified from reentering the ensuing term. The student receives written notification when the Academic Evaluation Committee disqualifies him or her from reentering. Students placed on probation are expected to maintain a 2.0 average in subsequent semesters and are denied the privilege of holding office in any organization or extracurricular activity.  School of Nursing, Allied Health and New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry requirements may differ.