Academic Difficulty

If you don’t meet the minimum grade point average (GPA) at NIU, you will be placed on academic probation. Not improving your GPA may result in you being required to leave the university. This is called academic dismissal. Learn more about academic probation and dismissal.

We understand that many factors contribute to how well you do in your courses. We encourage you to use support services, like the Huskie Academic Success Center. If you receive an academic dismissal, you can file an appeal. Learn more about appealing academic dismissal.

The NIU GPA calculator is available to help you determine your current semester, cumulative and target GPA.