Graduate School students are eligible for financial aid consideration for a total of 45 credit hours attempted or until the Masters degree is conferred, whichever comes first. Graduate students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 and successfully pass 75% of all credit hours attempted.
APPEAL
If extenuating circumstances have affected a student’s progress, a written appeal must be received by the Financial Aid Office within 30 days of the date of the termination notification.
A typed statement explaining the circumstances that contributed to your unsatisfactory academic progress during all periods of enrollment regardless of whether or not you received financial aid for those terms. Your statement should include any behavioral modifications you have made or will be making to ensure you can be academically successful in the future.
Documentation supporting your statement, which may include:
- For a medical condition: a physician’s (or health care provider’s) statement confirming your condition and that they support your decision to continue your enrollment.
- For the death of family member: a copy of the death certificate or obituary.
- For a divorce or separation: a court document or statement from the student/parent.
- For military service: official military orders.
Appeals will be reviewed and a written response sent to the student within 10 days of the decision. Creighton University reserves the right, at any time, to review any individual case should the situation warrant. During this time, you’re responsible for any tuition and fees (including late fees) that are charged to your account.