Academic Policies
St. Francis College is committed to providing clear standards to support student success and maintain academic integrity. Below you will find the official policies that govern the student academic journey covering registration, grading, degree completion, and more.
Registration & Course Management
Policies related to selecting, enrolling in, and dropping classes.
- Courses and Registration
- Credit Hours and Credit-Hour Loads
- Dropping Courses
- Withdrawal from Courses
- Course Repetition (D grades / C grades)
- Pass-Fail Courses
- Independent Study
Grades & Academic Performance
Policies covering grading, academic standing, honors, and formal appeals.
- Grading
- Report on Grades
- Appeal of Grades
- Class Standing
- Dean's List
- Academic Standard and Support / Probation and Academic Dismissal
Special Learning Opportunities & Programs
Policies governing off-campus, specialized, or experiential learning.
Integrity & Conduct Standards
Policies outlining attendance, expectations, student responsibilities, and institutional support.
Leaves, Withdrawals & Degree Completion
Policies for taking time away, exiting the college, returning, and graduating.