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Evidence of Compliance: 

The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies follows all university-wide policies for undergraduate admission, retention, and dismissal, as outlined in the CSULB Catalog and detailed on the University Admissions website. These policies are publicly available and are clearly communicated to current and prospective students via department and university websites.

Admission Policies

• Students may declare the Recreation major at several points in their academic career:

• First-time freshmen may declare the major at the time of application to CSULB.

• Current CSULB students (native freshmen or students seeking to change majors) must meet minimum GPA and lower-division course requirements.

• Transfer students must meet major-specific admissions requirements, including GPA minimums and completion of designated GE and major preparation courses. As of Fall 2013, the major became impacted, requiring additional academic criteria.

All admission requirements are publicly posted via CSULB's Admissions and Major Specific Admission Requirements websites. Students can also evaluate transferable course credit using ASSIST.org.

Retention Policies

To remain in good standing in the major, students must:

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

• Earn a grade of “C” or better in all major courses.

• Repeat any major-required courses in which they earn below a “C.”

These retention expectations are clearly outlined in the department’s advising materials and student handbook.

Dismissal and Disqualification Policies

Students are subject to CSULB's university-wide academic probation and disqualification rules. Students who fall below the 2.0 GPA threshold are placed on probation and may be disqualified after two consecutive probationary semesters, per University Probation and Disqualification Policy. Additionally, students not making academic progress may be redirected to more appropriate degree paths in accordance with CSULB’s Academic Progress Rules and Timely Graduation Policy.

Conclusion:

The department maintains clearly written and publicly available policies governing admission, retention, and dismissal that align with institutional requirements and COAPRT standards. These policies ensure transparency, academic integrity, and student success throughout the degree path.