College of Dental Medicine (CDM)—Predoctoral Program 2025–2026 156 Program Policies To successfully complete the program, students must • be of good moral and ethical character • have successfully passed all required courses in the M.D.S. curriculum • have successfully completed all assigned curriculum requirements for the M.D.S program with a GPA of C (2.0) or higher for students graded on the alpha letter system • have satisfactorily met all financial and library obligations • have complied with any other university completion requirements Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate of completion. Students who fail to meet the above requirements will not receive a certificate of completion. Policies for Unsatisfactory Performance Professionalism is one of multiple competencies M.D.S. students must acquire and demonstrate. During an M.D.S. student’s course of study, professional behavior is monitored by both the faculty members and students. Formative peer assessment of professionalism may be solicited during the M.D.S. program. Summative evaluation of professionalism by faculty members is included in determination of grades for all courses. Attitudes or behaviors inconsistent with compassionate care; refusal by, or inability of, the student to participate constructively in learning; derogatory attitudes or inappropriate behaviors directed at peers, faculty or staff members; substance abuse; other unprofessional conduct or other alleged violations of NSU’s Code of Student Conduct may indicate unsatisfactory performance in the M.D.S. program’s core competency of professionalism. The SPC may review allegations of conduct that, in its judgment, indicate an academic deficiency and, if a deficiency is found, may dismiss the student. An SPC review of a student’s academic progress does not preclude an NSU review for student conduct code violations. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Students in the M.D.S. program are expected to complete their program within the following guidelines: 1. A student must complete program requirements within two years of matriculation. 2. A student who takes an LOA must meet all agreed upon terms of the approved leave. Note: SAP for financial aid eligibility should not be confused with the college’s academic policies described here.
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