Academic Probation
Definitions
- (n.) A formal status imposed by an educational institution indicating a student is failing to meet academic standards and must improve to avoid suspension or dismissal.
The student was placed on academic probation due to low grades.
Forms
- academic probation
- academic probations
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Commentary
Academic probation is primarily an administrative measure rather than a legal penalty but may have legal implications in student rights and institutional policies.
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