Failing a class?

One of the most important differences between high school and college is  how important the consequences can be if you fail a course.

In high school, if you failed a class, there were multiple options at your disposal. You could make that class up during summer school. You could also continue taking it in future years until you passed it.

College is different.

If you fail a class in college, it can impact your ability to receive financial aid.

In college, you must maintain a specific GPA (usually 2.0) and number of classes passed at the end of the year to remain eligible for financial aid. This is called meeting “Satisfactory Academic Progress” or “SAP.” If you are wondering how your school determine’s SAP, trying googling the term + your school name, or go to the financial aid office and ask.

Failing a class can also mean spending longer in college and costing you more money in the long run! Summer school is not covered by financial aid. And, because you’re taking fewer classes per semester than you were in high school, there isn’t plenty of time to simply make up classes that you fail during the year.

Take a moment to read this helpful article on what to do if you think you’re failing a course. If you need help brainstorming solutions, call me immediately. I’m more than happy to help you out!

 

How have you recovered from a failing grade?