PLEASE NOTE:  This information ONLY applies to you IF your transcript indicates you are on academic suspension following the 2025 summer session.

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. 

SUBJECT: Suspension status at the end of the 2025 summer session

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 inform you that, at the end of the 2025 summer session, you are on academic suspension. According to university policy (JMU Academic Standing Policy), academic suspension occurs when a student's cumulative GPA falls below the minimum required for continued enrollment.

As a result of your suspension, you may not attend JMU for at least 12 months, unless otherwise permitted through the option outlined in the Continued Enrollment Request paragraph below.

Continued Enrollment Request

If this is your first academic suspension, you are eligible to request continued enrollment for the 2025 fall semester by submitting the Continued Enrollment Request Form.

*Students are encouraged to submit immediately after completing summer courses.

Please consult https://www.jmu.edu/acstudserv/continuedenrollmentappealprocess.shtml for further guidance concerning the continued enrollment appeal process.     

Re-Entry After Suspension

• If this is your first academic suspension, you may apply for re-entry after a 12-month absence by submitting the Intent to Enroll Form.
• If more than one academic suspension appears on your transcript, you must remain separated from JMU for at least 24 months and may only return under the Transfer Equivalent Option.
• All re-entry requests are reviewed by an academic committee. Please note that re-entry is not guaranteed.

On-Campus Housing Information

If you currently live in on-campus housing, including Greek Row, you must officially check out of your assignment in accordance with the JMU Living Contract. Please contact your residence hall staff or the Office of Residence Life at 540-568-4663.

Additional Information

We strongly encourage you to visit the Academic Standing, Continued Enrollment, and Re-Entry webpage. This site includes valuable information on:

• Academic policies
• Suspension and re-entry procedures
• Transfer credit
• Financial aid implications

Please take time to carefully review your options, responsibilities, and available resources.

College Contacts:

College of Arts & Letters, Dr. Becky Childs at childsrl@jmu.edu, and Dr. Siân White at white2se@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 Business, Ms. Michelle Duncan at duncanml@jmu.edu
College of Education, Dr. Dara Hall at halldm@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