What is academic probation and how do I get off of it?

You are placed on academic probation if your cumulative GPA falls below a 2.0. If it is below 2.0, the student must increase it to 2.0 the next semester, or maintain at least a 2.1 each semester until the cumulative GPA reaches 2.0. Otherwise, the student will be subject to academic dismissal.
If you are informed by the registrar that you are on academic probation, you should immediately meet with your academic advisor. You may be required to repeat courses, limit your semester enrollment, take additional courses in reading and study skills, attend academic progress meetings sponsored by the Office of Registration and Academic Progress, attend workshops and seminars on academic success, or other requirements.
Students dismissed from Ball State for academic reasons must wait two semesters (summer counts as a semester) before returning. Obtain and complete an application for reinstatement from the Office of Registrar and return it to that office. Please note that you cannot be reinstated if there is a “hold” on your record. This and additional information can be found at http://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/Registrar/ForEnrolledStudents/AcademicProgress/AcademicProbation.aspx.