Satisfactory Academic Progress
The Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policies have been established to ensure that all students satisfy the institution's academic standards and expectations for success. Listed below are the policies for determining academic standing and financial aid eligibility based on Satisfactory Academic Progress. Students must read, comprehend, and adhere to these policies in order to achieve their educational objectives. The policies and procedures outlined in this document detail and delineate the requirements of successful Laredo College students. The policies and practices presented in this document detail and outline the expectations of successful students at Laredo College.
The primary responsibility for acceptable standards of academic student success at LC lies with the student. It is up to him/her to maintain their GPA in accordance with established academic standards. In order for students to be considered to be in good academic standing the following measures must be met. Students attending LC must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 or better to be considered in good academic standing.
- Meet GPA Requirement - Student must make sure their overall GPA is at or above 2.0.
- Complete 67% of Attempted credits - Student must complete a minimum of 67% of all attempted credits. Drops, failing grades, incompletes, and withdrawals will be counted in the 67% requirement. Developmental courses are also counted in the 67% calculation after each semester.
- Graduate within the Maximum Time Frame - Maximum time frame is the total hours financial aid will fund while in a particular degree or certificate program. Students should only take required credit hours within their degree plan.
Satisfactory Academic Progress for Determining Financial Aid Eligibility
Federal regulations (34 CFR 668.34) mandate that a student receiving financial assistance under federal Title IV programs must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in his/her course of study regardless of whether or not financial aid is awarded each semester. Students pursuing a certificate or associate degree are responsible for understanding and adhering to the financial aid satisfactory academic progress policy.
For the complete SAP policy visit our website at https://www.laredo.edu/admissions/financial-aid/index.html