Are you facing academic difficulties? Counsellors can help you understand your options and choose a course of action in a variety of situations. Academic issues may include:
- Discussing your academic probation status and GPA. For those with academic probation appointments please review the following Academic Probation Resource Sheet.
- Understanding your rights and responsibilities according to college policy
- Reviewing options when course withdrawal is not possible
- Learning effective strategies for time management, procrastination and dealing with stress
- Connecting to other Douglas College student support services such as tutoring and academic advising
- Understanding how to submit a Petition for Exemption to College Policy (eg. tuition refund or late withdrawal)
- Understanding how to submit a Grade Appeal
- Discussing complaints procedures
Douglas College resources
- Learning Centre
- Academic Performance Policy
- Course and Status Changes Policy
- Grading Policy
- Important Dates and Deadlines
- Student Success Course
- Academic Advising GPA Calculator (in "How do I calculate my GPA for my Douglas College courses?" on linked page)