Satisfactory Academic Progress
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Satisfactory Academic Progress
In order to receive financial aid, students must meet the minimum Federal standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). The standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress for financial aid purposes are different from the academic requirements of the University. In some instances, students experiencing academic difficulty may find that, while they are permitted to remain in school, they may not receive financial aid until they achieve the minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress. SAP standards apply to all terms you attended regardless of whether or not you received financial aid.
How can I get funding when my aid has been denied?
Meeting the minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress is a requirement for students to get financial aid. As you will see on these pages, it is possible to appeal the loss of your financial aid. If your appeal is not approved, or you were on an academic plan/probation and failed to meet the minimum standards and are now denied aid, there are still options for getting funding for school.- You can go on a payment plan and pay your balance out-of-pocket. We realize this is not a realistic option for the majority of students.
- You can apply for a private loan. To find a lender that does not require SAP, visit the Elm Select private lender tool. After typing in "Rowan University" and selecting the type of loan, look in the upper right corner of the page. You will see an icon that resembles a funnel. This funnel will let you filter your results. Near the bottom you can click on "Not Required" on the "Satisfactory Academic Progress" section.
Videos
A quick overview of SAP in video and visual format.
SAP Policy
In order to receive financial aid, students must meet the minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). The standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress for financial aid purposes are different from the academic requirements of the University. In some instances, students experiencing academic difficulty may find that, while they are permitted to remain in school, they may not receive financial aid until they achieve the minimum standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress. SAP standards apply to all terms you attended regardless of whether or not you received financial aid.
Appealing SAP
Resolving your FA Suspension: Nothing in these rules prevents you from enrolling and paying for classes on your own. In fact, one way to resolve your FA suspension is to continue your enrollment and improve your academic standing until the SAP standards are met. Otherwise, to immediately resolve your FA Suspension, and regain financial aid eligibility, you may submit an appeal to our office.
