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Academic Dismissal and Readmission

Procedures for Academically Dismissed Students who wish to return to WMU and complete a degree in the College of Arts and Sciences

1. Complete the University Application for Undergraduate Readmission. *
2. Complete the College of Arts and Sciences Application for Readmission.
3. Request an unofficial transcript(s) from any other institution(s) you have attended since you were dismissed from WMU.
4. Include a personal statement and any supporting documentation you feel is appropriate.
5. If you completed coursework at WMU prior to 1984, request an unofficial WMU transcript ($5 if mailed, $2 if you pick up from the Office of the Registrar and deliver).

Submit items 1-5 to:
College of Arts and Sciences Office of Advising
Western Michigan University
1903 W. Michigan Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5309

or drop off at 2318 Friedmann Hall.

6. If you last attended WMU four or more years ago, you may also apply for Academic Forgiveness .

* WMU readmission:

• PTC students - obtain a recommendation from the Office of Admissions.
• MLK students - must be admitted by the MLK Program Director only.
• Alpha students - obtain a recommendation from the Alpha advisor.
• International students - obtain a recommendation from the Office of International Student Services after they see a college advisor.

The decision to readmit is determined by the College of Arts and Sciences Readmission Committee or the WMU Office of Admissions. Petitioning for readmission does not guarantee automatic readmission to the University.

If admitted:

1. Meet with one of the committee members listed on your acceptance letter. Deadlines for readmission appointments exist. Call (269) 387-4366 for college requirements.
2. Meet with the departmental advisors for each of your intended major(s) and minor(s) to determine your eligibility to satisfactorily complete those programs. Individual academic departments may have specific requirements and restrictions for certain majors and minors.
3. Request that an official copy of transcripts from other institutions be sent to the WMU Office of Admissions so that a credit evaluation can be completed.