How is academic standing calculated?
At the end of each term, academic standing is calculated based on your term grade point average (TGPA):
- Good Standing: A student who achieves an end of term TGPA of 2.00 or higher is considered to be in good standing.
- Academic Warning: A student with a TGPA below 2.00 will receive an academic warning. Consecutive academic warnings will result in required withdrawal. See timelines below.
- Dean’s Honour Roll: A student who achieves a TGPA of 3.70 or higher will be awarded Dean’s Honour Roll for the term.
After each term, your official and unofficial transcripts will be updated to display your academic standing for the term.
Viewing your academic standing
To check your posted academic standing at the end of each term:
- Log into your MyNAIT portal.
- Select Open Self Service.
- Select Academic Records.
- Open View Grades and select the specified term.
- Your academic standing decision is listed at the bottom of the page.
Students who receive an Academic Warning or achieved the Dean’s Honour Roll will also receive an e-letter in MyNAIT.
Your academic standing is included on both your official and unofficial transcript. Unofficial transcripts can be accessed through your MyNAIT portal.
For more information, please review the Academic Standing Procedure (pdf).
Where can I go for help?
If your academic standing is at risk, we strongly encourage you to contact your program leadership for advice on ways to enhance your academic performance.
If you are experiencing additional barriers to your success, NAIT’s Learning Services provides comprehensive and dedicated support for students, both in-person and online.
NAIT Learning Services
Timelines to return to good standing to avoid withdrawal
Effective Fall 2026 and onward: The timelines below begin in the Fall 2026 term. Academic warning terms before this will not count towards the withdrawal threshold.
If you are on academic warning, you must return to good standing within the timelines below or you will be required to withdraw from your NAIT program:
- Certificate programs: You must return to good standing in your next term. You will be withdrawn from your program if you have two consecutive terms on academic warning.
- Diploma or degree programs: You have up to two terms to return to good standing. You will be withdrawn from your program if you have three consecutive terms on academic warning.
If withdrawal is required, the Office of the Registrar will complete the withdrawal process on your behalf and you will be notified via e-letter in MyNAIT.
Returning after withdrawal due to academic standing
If you are required to withdraw due to academic standing, you may be able to return to your program on academic probation. You must wait at least two consecutive terms before returning (Spring/Summer count as one term).
If you return, you will be on academic probation and must achieve good standing in your first term back or you will be required to withdraw again.
Steps to return from withdrawal
Once you’ve completed the mandatory two-term waiting period, you may return to your program within 12 months of your withdrawal by submitting a Program Reactivation Form (pdf).
- You’ll need to meet with your program leader, who will recommend to the Registrar’s Office whether you’re ready to return.
- If your withdrawal included specific conditions, you’ll need to show that you’ve met them before being approved to return to your program.
If it’s been more than 12 months since your withdrawal, you’ll need to apply again to the program through the regular admissions process. Admission will depend on seat availability and current admission requirements.
Relevant procedures
Academic Progression Policy
We support students progress towards their educational goals through transparency of processes.
Assessment Procedure
This procedure outlines the variety of assessment techniques and procedures to support students achieve course outcomes.
Curriculum and Instruction Policy
We're committed to providing a relevant, hands-on, technology-based learning environment. This policy outlines the foundational aspects of quality curriculum and instruction.
Curriculum Procedure
Curriculum is fundamental to our core business of teaching and learning. This procedure outlines the quality standards and assurance processes for all NAIT curriculum.
Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy
This policy outlines the rights and responsibilities of students at NAIT which are essential to ensuring a healthy and safe learning environment.