Learning Support Division

Frequently Asked Questions

ENGL 0099 FAQ

1. Why must I take this class?

Students who fall beneath the passing score (60) on the college placement test must take a Learning Support ENGL 0099 course in order to remediate the skills necessary for succeed in college-level courses.

2. How many times can I take this class?

Students are entitled to three attempts in ENGL 0099. Students who fail to exit their Learning Support courses in three attempts may appeal for an additional fourth attempt. If still not successful, they may appeal for one final fifth attempt. See Learning Support Probation and Suspension policy for further details.

3. What happens after an appeal?

If the students do not successfully complete their fifth attempt, the students are suspended from any University System of Georgia institution for three years.

4. Why do I have to go to the Writing Lab?

The Labs are a critical component to each Learning Support area. The labs provide additional help for students to further their understanding of the content area.

5. What happens if I don’t complete the Lab requirements?

Most instructors will not allow students who do not complete all necessary requirements, including Lab assignments, to take the Compass Exit Test.

6. What is the appeal process?

Students requesting an appeal to continue Learning Support courses, must apply to meet with the Academic Appeals Committee. The Academic Appeals application forms are located in the Registrar’s office. It is in the students’ best interest to obtain as much documentation to support their appeals, i.e., letters of recommendation from instructors and/or medical or legal records.

7. What if I pass the DECE and fail the Compass?

The Departmental Essay Competency Examination is a timed, extemporaneous essay that each student must successfully demonstrate their ability to write. If the student does not pass the DECE, he/she will receive a grade of IP and be required to retake the course the following semester.