There are three possible levels of Suspension or Dismissal; be sure to consult your grade review letter to identify your level of Suspension/Dismissal.
Departmental Dismissal
If you have received a Departmental Dismissal, you are able to continue on at Texas A&M Galveston in a different program of study. You must complete an application to change to an alternate major in order to continue. In some cases, it might be possible to move directly into another degree-granting program on the campus. In most cases, though, we encourage you to apply for the General Academics program. General Academics, or GACD, is a holding place major. Students may enter GACD for up to two terms while working towards entry into their desired degree-granting major.
In order to appeal your Departmental Dismissal, you should work with your departmental academic advisor.
Campus Dismissal
If you have received a Campus Dismissal, you must take at least one long semester (fall or spring) away from the institution. We strongly encourage you to talk with your departmental academic advisor in order to develop a plan for your term away; taking classes at a community college is encouraged to stay on track with your program. In order to return to the institution following your semester away, you must complete the application process to be re-admitted.
In order to appeal your Campus Dismissal, your first step will be meeting with an academic coach. You will receive additional information via e-mail, or reach out directly to coaching@tamug.edu.
University Suspension
If you have received a University Suspension, you must take at least two long semester (fall and spring) away from the institution. We strongly encourage you to talk with your departmental academic advisor in order to develop a plan for your term away; taking classes at a community college is encouraged to stay on track with your program. In order to return to the institution following your time away, you must complete the application process to be re-admitted.
If you intend to appeal, note that you MUST initiate your appeal prior to the deadline. Students will have 10 business days following notification of suspension or dismissal (or 5 business days before the start of fall/spring - whichever comes first) to initiate an appeal through the proper channels. Students should not delay in starting their appeal process. If the student does not initiate an appeal within the stated time frame then the original decision will be upheld.
In order to appeal your University Suspension, your first step will be meeting with an academic coach. You will receive additional information via e-mail, or reach out directly to coaching@tamug.edu.