Academic Evaluation, Progress & Development

Each student’s performance in the classroom and lab/clinical area is evaluated on a regular basis by the faculty. Grade reports are distributed to students at the end of each semester.

The college utilizes letter grades with corresponding quality point assignments in determining student achievement:

Grade	Description	QP	%
A	Excellent	4.0	94-100
A-		3.7	90-93
B+		3.3	87-89
B	Good	3.0	84-86
B-		2.7	80-83
C+		2.3	77-79
C	Acceptable	2.0	74-76
C-		1.7	70-72
D+		1.3	67-69
D	Poor	1.0	64-66
D-		.07	60-63
F	Fail	0.00	<60
I	Incomplete
W/P	Withdraw Passing
W/F	Withdraw Failing

Students enrolled in St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Students who fail to maintain a 2.0 grade point average or meet the academic requirements of each program are subject to academic or clinical disciplinary action, suspension, or dismissal from the college. Specific guidelines for academic progress requirements are found in the College Catalog.

The academic and lab/clinical progress of each student is reviewed at the midpoint and end of each semester. Students with unsatisfactory academic or lab/clinical performance are counseled and the required standards are reviewed. Should prescribed conditions and requirements not be met, the student may be dismissed from the program.

In addition, the College reserves the right to dismiss a student whose behavior does not meet the College’s code of conduct. Conduct and behavior requirements are found in the College Catalog.

Every student is fully capable of earning a degree from St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences. At times, students experience difficulties: academic, emotional, social, health-related, family emergencies, and disciplinary actions.

The Learning Resource Program is an academic assistance program designed to help students to attain maximum academic achievement. The Learning Resource Program supports the philosophy that teaching/learning is a shared process. Learners are free to question, participate in their own development, and are provided with an environment that encourages the improvement of study skills and preparation for all classes. Individual tutorial assistance and special interest programs are available to help students achieve their academic goals. These programs may include study skills seminars, writing workshops, and math review sessions.

The faculty and Student Services support students as they face obstacles associated with college life by helping them utilize the proper campus resources. In addition, our programs provide coaching on strategies to help develop a positive transition to college and an enjoyable experience at SLCHS.

Active and informed participation in class is essential to scholarly growth and academic success. As such, students are expected to attend all classes. The specific requirements for each course are included in the course syllabi and identified by the faulty at the beginning of each academic and/or clinical course.

Due to the diverse nature of both academic and clinical components of the various programs, each program’s policies regarding tardiness, absences from classes and clinical assignments are contained in each program’s student handbook.

It is expected that students will pursue studies according to a systematic plan. If it becomes necessary to interrupt study before completion of the program, a leave of absence must be requested in writing to the Program Director and may not exceed one year.

As part of orientation, program faculty will provide an in-depth review of the curriculum, learning management system (Canvas), course syllabi, required books and uniforms, clinical expectations, and graduation requirements. Student orientation is offered prior to the beginning of the first semester and is mandatory for all new students. Information regarding dates and times of orientation is emailed to students after program acceptance. Re-admitted students are required to complete orientation before resuming classes.

• Apparel: Students are required to purchase uniforms as specified by the program in which they are enrolling.
• Textbooks: Students are required to purchase books and other materials as outlined in the course curriculum and directed by program faculty.

Note: Additional purchases or fees may be incurred based on clinical and health-related requirements. Please refer to the College Handbook for additional detail.