Academic Advising Center's Dismissal Appeal Process:

Please note that the Academic Advising Center's Dismissal Appeal Process is strictly for students who are Undecided - Any College and who have been dismissed by the Academic Advising Center. A STUDENT WITH A DECLARED MAJOR MUST CONTACT THEIR APPORPRIATE COLLEGE FOR SPECIFIC DISMISSAL APPEAL PROCEDURES i.e. Psychology major contact College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. Students with DECLARED Majors utilizing the AAC Appeal Form are at risk for not having their appeal processed!

To avoid any unnecessary delays in having a dismissal appeal processed - we strongly recommend students always verify current major via MyNIU

Students who are Undecided -Any College and wish to appeal their dismissal must complete the:

ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTER'S: Academic Dismissal Appeal Form

Students must submit all required forms/letters by the above outlined deadline date. ANY appeal received after the appropriate deadline date will not be considered.

Send and address all appeals to:

Forms & Letters may be faxed to (815) 753-2902 to ensure meeting required deadline dates of receipt.

All final appeal decisions will be responded to in writing. If an appeal is granted, the student will be required to set up an advising appointment to plan a semester schedule (Appointments: 815/753-2573). An appeal is not a guarantee of reinstatement or availability of classes if the reinstatement is granted. Students may meet with the Director of the Academic Advising Center to discuss their appeal only after the appeal form and student letter have been received.

If the appeal is denied, steps will be provided to the student to improve the possibility of reinstatement in the future.

College Links:

• College of Business
• College of Education
• College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
• College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
• College of Visual & Performing Arts

Letter of Appeal must include:

• clear explanation of extenuating circumstances
• realistic academic plan
• specific class schedule that the student would ideally enroll in if able to return for the next term