Registration 

Academic and Financial Responsibility
During an academic session, from advance registration in the previous semester to final exams, you assume academic and financial responsibility for the courses in which you enroll.  You must register successfully by the designated date in order to receive credit for the course in which you are enrolled, and you are relieved of these responsibilities only by formally terminating enrollment by dropping or withdrawing from those courses.   For a schedule of deadlines concerning registration please consult the Academic Calendar; for information on how to register, please consult the Office of the Registrar’s Questions on Registration. 

Registration Holds
Holds in the registration system, sometimes referred to as "flags," restrict you from registering for classes.  You may have a hold on your account for a variety of reasons.  Academic holds are placed by a program department, or college if, for example, you are required to see an advisor or need departmental approval to register for a course.  Financial holds are placed if you have an outstanding fee that must be paid.  You can check for registration holds using Banner Self-Service. 

Drop/Add Period
This is a designated time period at the beginning of each semester when you may add or drop a course (sometimes with fee charges).   For specific dates and fees, see the Academic Calendar.  These deadlines are firm.  You must add a course by the deadline if you wish to receive academic credit and the only way to drop a course without any indication on your transcript is to do so by the deadline. 

Grade Replacement
Under a policy effective Fall 2007, you may repeat up to two courses (maximum of 8 credits) and count only the higher of the two grades in GPA calculations.  There are a number of exclusions and exceptions to this policy so you are strongly advised to consult an advisor before making any decision.  For example, the policy only applies to courses taken for a letter grade at UNC Charlotte in Fall 2007 or after; it cannot be used in instances when the original grade was the result of an academic integrity violation; and it cannot be applied to some courses in the College of Health and Human Services.  Perhaps most importantly, you must decide to take advantage of the grade replacement policy by submitting the Grade Replacement Form (obtained from the Office of the Registrar) by the deadline indicated in the Academic Calendar.

Midterm Unsatisfactory Grade Reports
Faculty are asked to report midterm grades for undergraduate students earning a “D” or “F” and graduate students earning a “C” or “U.”  Subsequently, the Registrar mails a letter to students listing the specific courses and grades in which a midterm deficiency was reported.  Be sure not to rely solely on this process, as there may be reason a faculty member is unable to submit grades. Learn about your academic progress and status by speaking with your faculty members early in the semester. 

Withdrawal from a Course (retaining other courses) 
After the drop/add period ends the only way to drop a course but to remain enrolled in other courses is to withdraw.  If you withdraw from a course it will show on your transcript with the grade of W but will not count towards your GPA.   This action must be taken by the deadline indicated in the Academic Calendar.  After that deadline, exceptions may be requested, but only in cases where extenuating circumstances such as serious illness can be demonstrated.  Unsatisfactory academic performance itself is not an extenuating circumstance. 

Withdrawal from the University
This action terminates your enrollment at the University; however, all courses will remain on your transcript with the grade of W.  Withdrawing from UNC Charlotte must be done by the deadline shown in the Academic Calendar.  After that deadline, exceptions may be requested only in cases with extenuating circumstances.

Final Course Grade Review
A course grade assigned in a manner consistent with University policy can be changed only by the instructor.  Procedures for addressing concerns about a grade can be found under the Request for Review policy.  

Final Examinations
Final Exam schedules are published each semester.  Students having three examinations in one day will be allowed to reschedule the middle examination by filling out a form obtainable in the Office of the Registrar.  (Note:  Upon agreement of the student and another instructor, a different exam may be rescheduled.)  Refer to the Final Examinations Policy for more details.

Academic Standing 

Good Academic Standing & Satisfactory Progress
If your GPA is a 2.0 or higher, you are considered in good academic standing at the University.  However, some departments and Colleges will have additional policies regarding satisfactory progression which require a higher GPA and/or the completion of specific courses in order to remain enrolled in that program.  For specifics, see your College or major department in the Undergraduate Catalog.  

Academic Probation
If your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0 you are placed on Academic Probation and this is noted on your academic record and grade report.  In order to get off of probation, you must bring your cumulative GPA up to a 2.0 (or higher).  Being on probation is a serious matter as you run the risk of being suspended if your grades do not improve; you are encouraged to meet with your advisor as soon as possible after receiving notification of your probation to discuss strategies for improving your academic performance. 

Academic Suspension
Academic suspension terminates your enrollment at the University.  You will be suspended if either of the two following conditions apply:  a) your grade point deficit is 14 or more OR  b) you fail to achieve good standing (i.e., 2.0 or higher) by the end of two successive semesters (excluding summer session). There are few exceptions to this policy. You may not re-enroll in the University during a regular semester (fall, spring) until you have applied and been approved for readmission. See: FAQs about Academic Suspension.