CJA Academic Forgiveness Policy
If you were dismissed from or left John Jay on academic probation and want to return to John Jay, you may be eligible for the CUNY Justice Academy (CJA) Academic Forgiveness Policy (AFP), provided you meet certain eligibility criteria. The policy allows students who qualify to re-enter John Jay with their GPA reset to 0.0. Please note: Prior John Jay course credits are retained, and the grades remain visible on your transcript, but will no longer be factored into your GPA,
To qualify for the CJA Academic Forgiveness Policy, you must:
- Have earned less than 45 credits at John Jay prior to dismissal or leave on academic probation.
- Earn your associate degree from one of our CJA partner community colleges
- Complete at least 30 credits at your community college.
- Complete a CJA major – See full list here.
- Earn a community college GPA of at least 2.0.
- Have graduated from your community college and have your degree posted on your transcript.
- Contact your CJA advisor to review your records and help you determine if you meet the eligibility requirements.