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Dismissal

Dismissal is a temporary pause in enrollment for students facing academic challenges who need additional time to address the issues affecting their performance.

A student who is on academic probation for three consecutive semesters and whose semester grade point average is less than 2.0 shall be subject to dismissal.

A student who is dismissed may request an appeal of dismissal during the designated timeframe in the fall semester.

The student will be required to participate in a prescribed counseling intervention, which may include a maximum number of units the student may enroll as determined by the counselor.

After not being enrolled for one fall or spring semester, a dismissed student may request reinstatement through the Counseling and Advisement Center using the Petition for Reinstatement from Dismissal form.

If approved, the student will be required to participate in a prescribed counseling intervention, which may include a maximum number of units the student may enroll as determined by the counselor.

Please call the Counseling and Advisement Center to schedule an appointment, (626) 914-8530.

Earlier or Priority Registration

Earlier or priority registration is given to students who complete orientation, create a Student Education Plan, maintain good grades and progress and do not exceed 100 units of degree applicable coursework. SEPs will be required to maintain priority registration.

For additional information, please refer to the admission and records priority registrati​on page or the Enrollment Priorities AP 5055.

Early Alert

The Early Alert program aims to notify the student of any significant academic challenges early in the semester. This early communication allows the individual to seek support and take action. Available resources may include tutoring, study groups, Early Alert workshops, counseling appointments and more.

View the Early Alert site for further information, assistance and workshops.

Matriculation

Defined by the Seymour-Campbell Student Success Act of 2012, matriculation is "a process that brings a college and a student into an agreement for the purpose of achieving the student's educational goals and completing the student's course of study."

Course of Study
Course of study is the student's chosen educational program, major or area of emphasis or course sequence for transfer preparation, career preparation or advancement, completion of basic skills or English as a second language proficiency to achieve the student's education goal. The agreement involves the responsibilities of the college and student. Matriculation includes services to optimize students' opportunities to foster academic success.

Resources
Several matriculation resources to assist students in making decisions about their educational endeavors may be found within this Counseling and Advisement Center website, including guided self-placement, orientation and follow-up services, as well as counseling, advising and other education planning services specific to a discipline or program.

Matriculation Exemption
Visit the online college catalog for further information about matriculation exemption criteria and the responsibilities of the college and the student.

Probation

Academic and Progress Probation
If you are on academic probation or progress probation, it is important to take the necessary steps to improve your status with the college as soon as possible.

Being placed on probation status can impact your eligibility to take classes at Citrus College, as well as your financial aid eligibility. Probation status can lead to dismissal and complicate plans for graduation and transfer.

If you are on probation, it is recommended you meet with a counselor to discuss your options to improve your academic standing.

Academic Probation
A student is placed on academic probation when the student has attempted at least 12 units and earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) below 2.00.

Progress Probation
A student is placed on progress probation when they have enrolled in at least 12 units, and the combined total of grades of "W" (Withdrawal), "I" (Incomplete), "NC" (No Credit) and "NP" (No Pass) reaches or exceeds 50% of the total cumulative units in which the student has enrolled.

Probation Workshops
Students on probation can complete a self-paced online probation workshop or meet with a counselor to discuss strategies for academic success and plan for future semesters.

Please call the Counseling and Advisement Center to schedule an appointment, (626) 914-8530.

TAG

Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) offers California community college students a unique opportunity for guaranteed admission into a university. By following the specific instructions, guidelines and criteria provided by the university, a student may secure their pathway to higher education and take a significant step towards achieving their academic and career goals.

Applying for TAG?

1. Create and build your UC TAP.
2. Attend a UC TAG Workshop to learn about TAG eligibility requirements and important deadlines.
3. Submit a TAG Counseling Appointment Form.
   • Career/Transfer Center staff member will contact you to schedule an appointment with a counselor to review your TAG application.
   • Complete your TAG application prior to your appointment, but do not submit it (deadline to apply for TAG is September 30).