Enrollment Policies

Enrollment Policy

The UT Tyler Physician Assistant Studies Program Enrollment Policies define the expectations,
requirements, and processes governing student status from matriculation through graduation.
These policies ensure fairness, transparency, academic integrity, and alignment with institutional
regulations and ARC-PA Accreditation Standards.

Enrollment Status

Students will be officially enrolled upon meeting all admission requirements. Continued
enrollment is contingent upon compliance with Program, School of Medicine, and University
policies.

Student Status Definitions

Student enrollment status may include, but is not limited to:

• Enrolled (Good Standing)
• Academic Probation
• Professional Probation
• Leave of Absence
• Decelerated
• Dismissed
• Withdrawn

Definitions and conditions for each status are outlined in the Program’s Student Progression and
Professional Conduct Policies.

Continuous Enrollment Requirement

Students must maintain continuous enrollment throughout the didactic and clinical phases unless
a leave of absence is approved. Failure to maintain continuous enrollment may result in dismissal
from the Program.

Academic & Professional Standards

Students must meet all academic performance standards and professional behavior expectations
to remain enrolled. These include:

• Minimum course and cumulative GPA
• Competency-based assessments
• Professional conduct and ethical behavior

Detailed requirements are defined in Program policy documents.

Leave of Absence, Deceleration & Withdrawal

Requests for leave of absence, program deceleration, or withdrawal must be submitted in writing
and reviewed according to Program policy. Approval is not guaranteed.

Dismissal

Students who fail to meet academic and or professional standards may be subject to dismissal
following academic due process procedures outlined in Program policy.

Appeals & Academic Due Process

Students may appeal adverse enrollment decisions in accordance with Program and University
appeal procedures. Appeals are reviewed by designated committees and institutional authorities.

Policy Access, Transparency & Governance

The UT Tyler Physician Assistant Studies Program is committed to transparency, fairness, and
consistency in all enrollment-related decisions. All student progression, professionalism, and
enrollment policies are made available to students on the official program website, and/or the
University’s learning management system (CANVAS).

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