Nexford University monitors academic performance through the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy. Meeting SAP requirements is necessary to remain enrolled and continue progressing through your program.
Note: This article reflects the policies in the current catalog. Learners enrolled under a previous catalog version should refer to their applicable catalog or contact Learner Success for clarification.
Minimum CGPA Requirements
| Program Level | Minimum Cumulative GPA (CGPA) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate programs (e.g., AAS, BBA) | 2.0 |
| Graduate programs (e.g., MBA, MSDA) | 3.0 |
In addition to your overall CGPA, you must earn a passing grade in every individual course:
| Course Level | Minimum Passing Grade |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate courses | C (70%) |
| Graduate courses | B (80%) |
Course Completion Pace
You must also maintain a minimum course completion pace — calculated by dividing the credits you have successfully earned by the total credits you have attempted.
An attempted credit includes any course you completed, failed, or withdrew from. Courses dropped within the first five days (the Add/Drop period) are not counted as attempted.
The minimum pace required increases as you progress through your program:
Undergraduate programs
| Credits Attempted | Minimum Pace |
|---|---|
| 0--5 credits | 0% |
| 6--15 credits | 25% |
| 16--20 credits | 33% |
| 21--30 credits | 50% |
| 31+ credits | 67% |
Graduate programs
| Credits Attempted | Minimum Pace |
|---|---|
| 0--3 credits | 0% |
| 6--12 credits | 33% |
| 13--18 credits | 50% |
| 19+ credits | 67% |
Maximum Time Frame
You must complete your program within 150% of its published length. Exceeding this limit may result in dismissal regardless of your CGPA or completion pace.
What Happens If You Fall Below SAP Requirements
Failing to meet SAP standards triggers a formal sanction process:
- Academic Warning - issued the first time you fall below the minimum threshold
- Academic Probation - issued if SAP requirements are still not met in the following term
- Academic Dismissal - issued if SAP requirements remain unmet after the probation period
If you receive a warning or are placed on probation, your Success Advisor will work with you to develop an improvement plan.
Questions About Your SAP Standing?
Book a session with your Success Advisor to review your current standing and plan your path forward.
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