Candidates in all programs should complete the degree within five (5) years, unless otherwise determined by program accrediting agencies.
MAT, M.ED. MFA-CH,MBA, MS-SAL, MPA candidates
Degree Completion Requirements
To graduate, the candidate must have a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.0 for all graduate course work at Reinhardt University. Only one (1) grade of “C” may be included in the above computation for degree candidacy
Individual degree programs may establish additional grade requirements, grade appeal processes, or requirements for degree completion (e.g. performance, reviews, exams, interviews). See more information at the individual program descriptions. Students must submit an application for degree completion by the appropriate date two semesters before expected degree completion. This date is posted as part of the Academic Calendar in this Catalog.
There is a processing fee of $125 that must be submitted with the application for degree completion. After the application deadline, there is a late fee of $25 added to the processing fee.
Commencement is held only at the end of spring semester (except for the MFA degree – see below).. All degree requirements, including satisfaction of student financial obligations to the University, must be met at the end of spring semester for Commencement participation. Or, if course work is to be completed during summer semester, a petition to participate in graduation must be approved. This form is available from the Office of the Registrar. Attendance at the Commencement ceremony is expected of all students. A Baccalaureate service is held the evening before Commencement
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Graduate students in the MAT, MBA, MPA and MS-SAL programs are expected to earn grades of “A” or “B” in their course work. Only one (1) grade of “C” may be included in the computation for degree completion. A second course grade of “C” in a degree program will result in Academic Probation. A third course grade of “C” in a degree program or a first course grade of “F” will result in Academic Dismissal.
Individual programs may have additional grade requirements or grade appeal processes.
Academic Probation
When a student’s cumulative grade point average drops below 3.0 or the student earns a second course grade of “C” in a degree program, the student will be placed on Academic Probation. The student will be informed by the University Registrar of the probationary status, which may be removed by raising the overall GPA to 3.0 or above and/or retaking the course with the second “C” grade and earning an “A” or “B” grade.
Academic Dismissal
If a student receives a third course grade of “C” in a degree program or a first course grade of “F”, the student will be dismissed from the graduate program. Students receiving notification of Academic Dismissal shall be notified by the University Registrar and shall not be eligible for graduate study or readmission at Reinhardt University.
A student may appeal a dismissal by submitting a letter to the Vice President for Academic Affairs describing the condition and identifying the reasons for seeking a positive decision of the appeal. See also Grade Appeals and Enrollment Related Appeals under Appeals and Petitions.
MFA-CW candidates
Degree Completion Requirements
Graduate students in the MFA-Creative Writing program are expected to earn grades of “S” (Satisfactory) in their course work. To graduate, the candidate must successfully complete a minimum of sixty (60) credit hours in the approved curricula with only one (1) grade of “U” (Unsatisfactory). See additional requirements at the MFA program discussion.
Students must submit an application for degree completion by the appropriate date two semesters before expected degree completion. This date is posted as part of the Academic Calendar in this Catalog.
There is a processing fee of $250 that must be submitted with the application for degree completion. After the application deadline, there is a late fee of $25 added to the processing fee.
MFA Commencement is held only in the summer.
Satisfactory Academic Performance
MFA students earn grades Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U) in their course work. Only one (1) course grade of “U” may be allowed for degree completion. A second course grade of “U” will result in Academic Probation. The second course in which a “U” is earned must be retaken to count toward degree completion. A third course grade of “U” will result in Academic Dismissal.
A student may appeal a dismissal by submitting a letter to the Vice President for Academic Affairs describing the condition and identifying the reasons for seeking a positive decision of the appeal. See also Grade Appeals and Enrollment Related Appeals under Appeals and Petitions.
Academic Probation
When an MFA student receives a second “U” (Unsatisfactory) grade, the student will be placed on Academic Probation. The student will be informed by the University Registrar of the probationary status, which may be removed by retaking the course and receiving a grade of “S”.
Academic Dismissal
If an MFA student receives a third course grade of “U” (Unsatisfactory), the student will be dismissed from the graduate program. Students receiving notification of Academic Dismissal shall be notified by the University Registrar and shall not be eligible for graduate study or readmission at Reinhardt University.
A student may appeal a dismissal by submitting a letter to the Vice President for Academic Affairs describing the condition and identifying the reasons for seeking a positive decision of the appeal. See also Grade Appeals and Enrollment Related Appeals under Appeals and Petitions.