PLEASE CONTACT YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISER AND/OR COLLEGE CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.
SUBJECT: Important Information Regarding Your Current Academic Standing and Fall 2025 Enrollment
NOTE: If you have been allowed to return to JMU through continued enrollment appeal/the re-entry process, you are subject to the terms in your contract letter.
We are writing to share important information regarding your academic standing following the conclusion of the 2025 spring semester. At the end of the spring 2025 semester, you are on academic probation, and because your cumulative GPA is below the academic suspension threshold, you are receiving this academic suspension alert.
This alert is intended to emphasize the seriousness of your academic situation. To avoid academic suspension at the end of the spring 2026 semester, your academic performance during the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters must show significant improvement. We strongly encourage you to take full advantage of the academic and support resources available at JMU to help you stay on track.
For more information about JMU’s academic standing policies, including probation and suspension thresholds, please visit:
https://www.jmu.edu/acstudserv/standing.shtml.
Fall 2025 Enrollment Eligibility and Credit Hour Limit
While you remain eligible to enroll at James Madison University for the 2025 fall semester, students on academic probation are limited to a maximum of 13 credit hours. This policy is designed to help you focus on improving your academic performance.
Please note:
- As you accumulate more credit hours, each grade has a smaller impact on your cumulative GPA.
- A 2.0 cumulative GPA is required for graduation from JMU.
If you are currently registered for more than 13 credit hours, we strongly recommend meeting with your academic adviser to discuss adjustments to your schedule. The deadline to make changes is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025. Schedule changes can be made through MyMadison, and system availability details are posted there.
If you do not reduce your credit hours to 13 or fewer by the deadline, the Office of the Registrar will adjust your schedule and notify you of the changes.
Credit Hour Limit Appeal Process
If you believe you have extenuating circumstances that justify exceeding the 13-credit limit, you may request an exception. This process requires:
- A discussion/consultation with your academic advisor.
- Emailing the college contact person of your major college to request an exception to the credit hour limit.
Please be aware that approval is not guaranteed and will depend on a formal review.
Financial Aid Considerations
Changes in your academic standing or enrollment (such as dropping below 12 credit hours) may affect your financial aid eligibility. We encourage you to:
- Review Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements.
- Contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships with any questions.
Academic and Wellness Resources
We want to support your success and help you avoid further consequences, such as academic suspension. Please consider using the following resources:
- Academic Advising: Meet with your advisor to review your schedule and discuss your academic path. If you're considering a change of major, contact University Advising.
- Academic Support Services: Make use of the Learning Centers (including the University Writing Center, Science and Math Learning Center, Communication Center, Peer Academic Coaching, and PASS), as well as additional support through the SLI Resource Center, individual departments, and student organizations. A full list of resources is available at JMU Learning Resources.
- Office of Disability Services (ODS): If you need accommodations or support, please visit ODS Website for more information.
- Self-Care and Wellness: JMU offers a variety of self-care resources through the Counseling Center, Rebound, Well Dukes, and UREC.
- Student Success Coaching: Using a strengths-based, appreciative coaching approach, Student Success Coaching assists with academics, well-being, basic needs, and social connections. Visit the Student Success Coaching website to learn more.
We understand that this may be a challenging time for you, and we are here to assist you on your academic journey. Your academic advisor and college contact are available to help guide you through your options and support your success.
Wishing you a successful and productive fall semester.
College Contacts:
College of Arts & Letters, Dr. Siân White at white2se@jmu.edu
College of Business, Ms. Molly Brown at brownmg@jmu.edu
College of Education, Dr. Dara Hall at halldm@jmu.edu
College of Health and Behavioral Studies, Dr. Kevin Apple at applekj@jmu.edu
College of Integrated Science and Engineering, Dr. M. Afzal Upal at upalma@jmu.edu
College of Science and Mathematics, Dr. Brycelyn Boardman at boardmbm@jmu.edu
College of Visual and Performing Arts, Dr. Karin Tollefson-Hall at tollefkl@jmu.edu
Professional & Continuing Education (Adult Degree/BIS), Ms. Virginia Trovato at trovatvp@jmu.edu, and Mr. Daniel Robinson at robinsdl@jmu.edu
University Studies (IDLS, Independent Scholars, and Exploratory Studies/Undeclared majors), Dr. Audrey Burnett at burnetaj@jmu.edu
