NLU PA Program — Didactic Year Handbook
Unless otherwise specified by University policy or approved by the Program Director, students shall complete all remaining coursework within 90 calendar days after the assignment of the Incomplete grade.
The Course Director may establish an earlier completion deadline when necessary to:
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Maintain cohort progression
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Protect sequential learning
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Preserve prerequisite requirements
● Ensure timely completion of clinical education
Failure to complete required coursework by the approved deadline will result in conversion of the Incomplete grade in accordance with University grading policies and may affect progression in the PA curriculum.
Impact on Academic Progression
Because the MSPAS curriculum is competency-based and sequential, an Incomplete grade may delay progression to subsequent courses or Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPEs). Students may not progress into courses requiring successful completion of prerequisite coursework until all prerequisite requirements have been satisfied. The Student Evaluation and Progress Committee (SEPC) shall review any progression concerns related to unresolved Incomplete grades and make recommendations to the Program Director regarding continued enrollment, remediation, or delayed progression.
Student Responsibilities
Students receiving an Incomplete grade are responsible for:
● Maintaining communication with the Course Director.
● Completing all remaining assignments by the established deadline.
● Participating in required remediation activities.
● Meeting all Program progression requirements.
● Monitoring University communications regarding academic status.
Failure to maintain communication or complete required coursework may result in academic consequences consistent with University and Program policies.
Faculty Responsibilities
The Course Director shall:
● Evaluate eligibility for an Incomplete grade.
● Consult with the Program Director before assigning the grade.
● Develop a written Completion Agreement.
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