SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
A student must maintain a specified grade point average as well as proceed through the program at a pace leading to successful completion in a specific time frame of not more than 150% of the normal time frame for completion. Satisfactory progress is measured at the end of each quarter and academic year. Students are notified of their grades at the end of each course and receive a copy of their transcripts at the end of each quarter. In order to maintain quantitative satisfactory progress, students must successfully complete two-thirds of all courses attempted. This is verified at the end of each academic year. Students achieving the following cumulative grade point averages are considered to be making satisfactory progress. 1.5 for the first quarter, 1.7 for the second, 1.9 for the third, 2.0 for each succeeding quarter. Students taking quarters out of sequence would follow the next structured curriculum. If a student fails to meet the satisfactory progress specified above, the student will be placed on probation for the following quarter. If a probationary period is granted, a student is considered to be making satisfactory progress during this period for financial aid purposes. Students who do not obtain the required grade point average by the end of the probationary period are suspended. *NOTE: Students utilizing veterans benefits must improve GPA to graduation standards within two terms; if not, the student can not be certified. No more than two probationary periods may be allowed in the total program. Financial aid eligibility remains during this probationary period; however, if academic and/or attendance performance remains unsatisfactory, the student is suspended and financial aid eligibility ends.

INCOMPLETE, WITHDRAWAL, AND REPEAT POLICY
The grade earned is awarded to students who have not fulfilled all course requirements at the end of the grading period. A student may fulfill the incomplete course requirements no later than two weeks before the end of the following quarter, subject to the instructor's approval. If the requirements are not satisfied, the grade earned remains. If a course is repeated, the additional grade will be added to the final transcript.

The grade of "WF" indicates a student is failing at the time of withdrawal, and the grade is treated as an "F" in computing the grade point average (GPA). The grade of "WP" indicates a student is passing at the time of withdrawal. The "WP" grade will not be counted in the grade point average (GPA); however, the student is charged for the course. Students who withdraw are considered to have terminated from training and may be considered for reentry only after being interviewed by the Director. Students should understand that merely ceasing to attend class does not constitute official withdrawal.

A class/lab balance is maintained in all programs of study at ECPC. It is important for students to understand that extensive outside class research, reading, and homework is required and will be necessary in order for a student to maintain satisfactory academic progress.

SUSPENSION/READMISSION
Academic suspension is the action that results from failure to maintain satisfactory progress. A suspended student may apply for readmission after a 90 day waiting period. A student may appeal the action by submitting a written request and supporting documentation of any mitigating circumstances to the school Director. The Director will accept or deny the student's appeal in writing. Students who have appeals approved will be referred to the Financial Aid Office to apply for determination of reinstatement of financial aid. The student is not eligible for financial aid during a suspended period regardless of whether an appeal is pending. A student whose appeal is approved or who returns to school after termination with unsatisfactory progress may reestablish satisfactory progress for financial aid purposes by successful completion of one (1) course. A student may be considered for readmission if he has met the current requirements for admissions and set out the appropriate amount of time if required.

ATTENDANCE
The Electronic Computer Programming College does not have an institutional attendance policy; however, instructors may have a class policy which is conveyed via the syllabus and/or class orientation checklist. When students officially withdraw, the school uses the last date attended; otherwise, periodic student enrollment verification checkpoints are used to determine the separation date and return of Title IV Funds if applicable. The Electronic Computer Programming College adheres to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission's refund policy. Although the college does not have an attendance policy, employment often depends on a satisfactory attendance record. Employers expect employees to report to work promptly and regularly. The school believes students should follow a policy of regular attendance and punctuality in order to receive maximum benefit from their educational experience and to develop those work habits and personal qualities which are highly valued by employers. There is a direct correlation between good attendance and classroom success.

TARDINESS
Tardiness is defined as late class arrival (after roll has been taken or 10 minutes after the beginning of a class session, whichever comes first), or departure prior to class dismissal. Students are responsible for work missed. If tardiness persists and/or improvement is not shown, the student is subject to dismissal from school.

CONDUCT STANDARDS
All students must adhere to ECPC's published rules and regulations, a copy of which is issued to and signed by each student. Only those applicants displaying an awareness of proper business conduct will be accepted for training. Appropriate attire is required at all times. Students are required to do their own work. Any student found cheating will be dismissed from school. Students must conduct themselves as mature adults. Personal conduct is part of the criteria for determining job reference.

The school expects the behavior of the students (on or off of school premises) to reflect favorably upon their association with the school. Therefore, all students are expected to follow federal, state, and local laws. If students fail to meet these requirements, suspension or termination may result.

Students are expected to treat the school's equipment and facilities with proper care and concern. Anyone found to have defaced or damaged school property by purposeful intent or extreme carelessness will be subject to disciplinary action, and may be held liable for repair or replacement of the damaged property.

A student terminated for violation of the conduct policy, may petition the Director, in writing, requesting reentry to the next available class. Final determination regarding reentry is at the discretion of the Director.