Reclaim the W is designed to assist academically dismissed Western Michigan University students continue in their graduation pursuits. The program began in 2014 and is centered on first- and second-year academically dismissed students gaining immediate readmission into WMU. Students are offered to apply for the program based on their cumulative GPA and overall academic efforts. The decision for readmission is based on the student’s prior academic performance and application, which includes an essay and a possible interview. 

Reclaim the W is a joint program coordinated by the Registrar’s Office and Center for Academic Success Programs.