Subject to Dismissal - I am dead scared

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<p>So I was doing alright in UCLA getting a mix of A's, B's and C's. I am a sophomore. Up until Fall, I was doing well. However, my GPA for Fall 2011 was 0.7. This dropped my overall GPA to 2.5. However, I realize that this means I'm STD.</p>

<p>I'm fine with that. I screwed up. I will not screw up again, though. However, I just realized that on "my.ucla.edu" it says I have holds. So I checked URSA and found this:</p>

<p>Issuer:AAP, Academic Status, 1209 Campbell Hall<br>
Description: You are ineligible for enrollment and all campus services. </p>

<p>I met with an AAP counselor (not on a formal meeting) about this matter before I actually hit STD. He ensured me that I will be STD and have to make it up for three quarters (getting a good GPA, No C-'s or less, etc) but I suddenly received this. I do not owe them any money.</p>

<p>Why could this be? I'm going tomorrow to find out why this is. I'm really scared. Honestly. I feel like crying. It was only one quarter I screwed up. Does this mean I'm kicked out? I need some reassurance before I go tomorrow to my counselor. I won't be able to sleep today.</p>

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<p>I don’t know some terms that you used, like STD. But I did google and found this thread: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/74274-ucla-holds.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/transfer-students/74274-ucla-holds.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>I did not look through all of them, so I am unsure if it can help you any.
But, remember, it is not end of world.</p>

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<p>Ask for help, maybe your major has academic advisor who can tell you more and give you suggestions.</p>

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<p>STD means subject to dismissal. That person’s admissions were revoked. I, however, am already a sophomore in UCLA. Thanks for help so far but I just can’t stop thinking about it. I don’t know what to expect.</p>

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<p>See this site, <a href=“http://www.college.ucla.edu/ask/ask_email/faqs/askans.htm#counsel[/url]”>http://www.college.ucla.edu/ask/ask_email/faqs/askans.htm#counsel&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<pre><code>What does it mean to be “Subject to Dismissal?”

There are three ways a student can become STD:

GPA in any one term falls below 1.5
Term GPA falls below 2.0 while on Probation
Student does not clear Probation within two terms (i.e., does not return to an overall GPA of 2.0 or better)

Visit this webpage for more information about minimum scholarship requirements: College Academic Counseling - UCLA College of Letters and Science

If you ever find yourself on Academic Probation or Subject to Dismissal, make an appointment to meet with a fulltime counselor in your advising unit see below.
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<p>…
Counseling Information and Appointments</p>

<pre><code>How do I make an appointment with my counselor?

If you are a student in the College of Letters and Science (and not in Honors, AAP or Athletics), then you can make an appointment to see a counselor at A316 Murphy Hall Window # 1 or 2. Both windows are open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

You can make an appointment to see a Counseling Assistant at Window 1. CAs are graduate students who are trained to answer your questions about a variety of topics. If you’re a freshman or sophomore, CAs can help you with program planning and major exploration. If you’re a junior or senior, CAs are great resources for information about graduate and professional schools. Appointments with CAs can be made for the same day (when available) or in advance.

You can make an appointment with a full time counselor at Window 2. Full time counselors deal with questions about graduation, academic difficulty (i.e. Subject to Dismissal or Academic probation) or personal problems that may affect your academic performance. Appointments with full time counselor can be made on a same day basis only. Be sure to arrive at the window early as appointments fill up quickly.

Honors students make appointments at A311 Murphy Hall
AAP students at 1209 Campbell Hall
Student athletes in the Morgan Center.

Where can I find out more information about College of Letters and Science Counseling services?

College Academic Counseling - UCLA College of Letters and Science
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<p>[Academic</a> Probation](<a href=“http://collegecounseling.ucla.edu/probation_regulation.html]Academic”>http://collegecounseling.ucla.edu/probation_regulation.html)</p>

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<p>The above link says:
All STD students are mailed academic guidelines that they must meet in order to regain good academic standing. The steps necessary to clear STD status depend on the individual student’s case. Students who are STD should follow the written instructions sent to them by their College advising unit. Some offices may offer special group sessions, and some may require or encourage individual appointments with Counselors.</p>

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<p>That’s weird. I have received no such letter.</p>

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<p>Do ask AAP counselor, it seems there should be a written guideline to clear up the status. It does not look you will be kicked out. Good luck.</p>

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<p>Not what STD meant when I was in school!</p>

<p>So sorry…Good luck!</p>

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<p>See this [FAQs[/url</a>] </p>

<p>What is a hold on my record mean? What should I do If I have one?</p>

<p>I hold on your records mean you cannot access certain services at UCLA. This can affect registration, enrollment, financial aid, campus services, and/or release of academic transcripts for the following three reasons:</p>

<p>• Failure to comply with admission provisions • Failure to settle financial obligations with the University • Failure to respond to official notices</p>

<p>Each student who becomes subject to a hold action is given advance notice and ample time to respond. In most cases, the hold must be released by the initiating office before a student may enroll in classes or receive various campus services. Obtain information on holds through URSA at: <a href=“http://www.ursa.ucla.edu%5B/url%5D”>www.ursa.ucla.edu](<a href=“http://collegecounseling.ucla.edu/faqs.html#Holds]FAQs[/url”>http://collegecounseling.ucla.edu/faqs.html#Holds)</a></p>

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<p>My son had a bad quarter last Winter as a freshman. Although he was above a 2.0 (barely) he failed a class so didn’t meet his ECP (expected cumulative progress). A hold was put on his account, he went to see a counselor, and the hold was released.</p>