The College of Nursing defines “good academic standing” as maintaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) and achieving a GPA of at least 2.0 each semester.  A grade of "C" or above is required on all prerequisite, UToledo core, and nursing courses (a grade of C- is not acceptable). If a UToledo nursing student retakes a course to improve a grade, they may petition to have the initial grade excluded from UToledo GPA computation in accordance with the Repeating a Course and Calculating GPA Policy.  The student is responsible for maintaining professional standards of conduct and providing safe, effective care while enrolled in the program.  Academic progression policies apply to full-time and part-time students. In all matters, the Dean’s decision is final. 

Academic Misconduct

Nursing students are expected to maintain high standards of behavior. Plagiarism, cheating, failing to report, lying, and stealing are not tolerated and may lead to dismissal from the program. Non-adherence to testing policies and procedures results in zero points for the test and a possible course failure. Dismissal from the College of Nursing occurs with a major violation of academic standards. See the Undergraduate Student Handbook for the academic misconduct policy.

Academic PROGRESSION 

The College of Nursing adheres to the University of Toledo Academic Policies.  A suspended student must submit an appeal in writing for readmission to the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Research in the College of Nursing. Appeals must be received at least one month prior to the beginning of the academic term. Students suspended for a second time cannot enroll at UToledo for at least one year and must meet with the program director prior to re-enrollment. UToledo Policy - Academic Standing

Dismissal

Administrative dismissal may occur when a student is noncompliant with health and immunization requirements, BLS, background check, conviction of a misdemeanor or felony.  Violation of federal HIPAA standards are also grounds for dismissal. A student can be dismissed for academic performance including violation of academic honesty standards, unsafe patient care, and unprofessional conduct as identified in the Undergraduate Student Handbook.