Academic Support Program

The Academic Support Program (ASP) is designed to help students develop academic skills, self-management strategies, and emotional resilience for long-term success. We believe all students can succeed and offer resources to support their unique goals. Each student’s situation is different, and with hard work and by using the university’s support systems, it’s possible to return to good academic standing. Academic Advisors serve as the mentors of the ASP program, providing students with personalized support to meet their individual needs, overcoming academic challenges, and reaching their potential. 

Goals and Overview 

The Academic Support Program (ASP) offers students who receive a notice of academic concern the opportunity to collaborate with their academic advisor to regain good academic standing. Through ASP, students identify their academic strengths and interests while connecting with resources that support their success at NYU Shanghai. Participation in ASP will be reported to the Academic Standards Committee and considered during their review of the student’s academic record at the end of the semester.

Goal Setting

Exam Preparation

Thrive & Grow

Resources

Advisor Responsibilities

Academic advisor aims to provide personalized guidance and support to help students achieve their full potential through:

  1. Guide the student in pursuing academic goals that align with their interests, aspirations, and strengths.
  2. Collaborate with the student to monitor their academic progress toward graduation and offer constructive feedback.
  3. Encourage students to prepare any questions they may have and to discuss them during the meeting.
  4. Direct students to campus resources that support their academic and personal development.
  5. Protect confidentiality regarding discussions and information shared.

Student Responsibilities 

As a student, you are expected to take responsibility for your academic success by:

  1. Check and respond to emails within 48 hours Monday through Friday. Be on time for meetings with your advisor. Please be aware of any time differences when scheduling your meetings. Provide at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to reschedule.
  2. Proactively prepare a meeting agenda; provide updates and discuss the area(s) you want to work on during each meeting.
  3. Discuss your questions with your advisors and utilize office hours and Academic Resources Center services as needed.
  4. Set clear academic goals, take active steps toward achieving them, and regularly evaluate your chosen field of study.
  5. Understand the grade and GPA requirements for graduation, as well as important university deadlines, and accept responsibility for decisions that impact your educational progress.
Academic Support Program FAQs
Who is eligible to participate in the Academic Support Program? Is participation mandatory?

The Academic Support Program is required for students newly placed on academic concern and optional for those on continuing academic concern. Participation is reported to the Academic Standards Committee for their end-of-semester review. If you opt out, a note will be recorded, but you may contact your advisor to join later.

What's the duration of the Academic Support Program, and how frequently should I schedule meetings with my academic advisor?

The Academic Support Program runs throughout the semester, with the frequency of meetings tailored to your needs in collaboration with your academic advisor to ensure your success. Meetings may be held weekly, bi-weekly, or at a minimum, three required sessions:

  • First Meeting: Program overview and goal-setting
  • Second Meeting: Midterm check-in
  • Third Meeting: Pre-final check-in or check-in before the Pass/Fail/Withdrawal deadline
How can I get off academic concern?

To be removed from academic concern, student must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress by meeting the following requirements:

  • Completing a set of courses approved by your advisor and the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs. Students on academic concern may only drop a class with the permission of the Academic Standards committee.
  • Not receiving a grade lower than a C or receiving a grade of I, P, or W for any class.
  • Earning over a 2.00 grade point average for that semester.
  • Earning over a 2.00 cumulative grade point average for all semesters.
  • Showing steady and substantial progress toward the degree. Steady and substantial progress toward the degree entails the completion, with satisfactory grades, of more than half of the courses (and credits) for which a student registers in any semester. In addition, it entails satisfactory progress in the student’s major.
  • Successfully completing the requirements of an Academic Support Program designed to help you set goals and strengthen your study skills. You will receive an email before the semester with details on how to proceed.

If you fail to meet minimal standards at the end of the semester of academic concern, the Academic Standards Committee may choose to dismiss you from NYU Shanghai.  

What is Academic Standing?

 

Students who earn a cumulative GPA between 2.0 to 2.25 (including 2.0) will receive a notice of academic alert. Students who fail to earn a 2.00 (or higher) cumulative GPA or semester GPA will receive a notice of academic concern. Students who receive a notice of academic concern for two consecutive semesters will be placed on a required leave for two consecutive semesters (may not schedule classes). Students who fail to meet the minimum standards after returning from a required leave is subject to an academic dismissal action.

Academic Status Standards

Good Academic Standing

Cumulative GPA 2.25 or higher and semester GPA 2.0 or higher

Notice of Academic Concern 

Cumulative GPA or Semester GPA Less than 2.0

Required Leave 

Two continuous semesters of notice of academic concern will lead to required leave.

Academic Dismissal

Fail to meet minimum standards after returning from a required leave is subject to a dismissal action

 

Will my academic concern status appear on my transcript?

While your academic concern status will be noted on your transcript, this notation will be removed upon graduation once you meet all graduation requirements. Participation in ASP itself is not separately noted on your transcript.

Will my academic concern status affect my eligibility for study-away programs?

Students on academic concern may apply for study away programs; however, the final decision will depend on whether they successfully meet the requirements to be removed from academic concern. Students on academic concern are not eligible to study away during their academic concern semester.

Will academic concern affect my financial aid?

Students on academic concern are usually ineligible for financial aid. For more details or to discuss your specific situation, please contact the Financial Support Office at shanghai.financial.support@nyu.edu.

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