The University of Kentucky provides Rebound, a support program for first-year students facing academic challenges. Rebound supports first-time, first-year students whose first-semester GPA puts them at risk of academic suspension (below 0.6) or academic probation (0.6 - 1.99). Eligible students will be invited to join; participation is mandatory for suspension-risk students and optional for those on probation. Students must opt-in to participate. Rebound provides structured academic and success support across Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters to help students build skills, stay enrolled and progress toward good academic standing.
Rebound Program
What is the Rebound Program?
What is included in the Rebound Program?
Students will participate in the following two required programs while enrolled at UK.
- Integrated Success Coaching: Students must complete at least three appointments (one in Summer 2026 and two in Fall 2026 before October 15).
- Career Support: Students must attend three career cluster, small-group meetings facilitated by the Stuckert Career Center.
Benefits of the Rebound Program
Instead of being suspended after Spring 2026, Rebound-eligible students who opt in and earn a Spring 2026 term GPA of 0.6 or higher can remain enrolled under structured academic conditions.
Students who complete the Rebound Program will build a strong foundation for success.
At the end of Fall 2026, students who complete all Rebound requirements and earn a Fall 2026 term GPA of 2.0 will be eligible (with academic advisor support) for a retroactive withdrawal for the Fall 2025 semester (without tuition reimbursement) and will be moved to academic good standing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between mandatory and optional responsibilities?
Mandatory: If you’re required to join Rebound, you must opt in by the deadline to remain enrolled at UK. You’ll complete the required Rebound activities and supports across Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 (including required coaching and career meetings). If you meet all requirements and earn a Fall 2026 term GPA of 2.0, you’ll be eligible (with academic advisor support) for an expedited retroactive withdrawal from your Fall 2025 semester and return to academic good standing.
If you don’t meet expectations, you will be academically suspended.
Optional: If your participation is optional, you’re encouraged — but not required — to join. You can withdraw from the program anytime, and you don’t have to complete a retroactive withdrawal.
If you decide to pursue a retroactive withdrawal, you’ll follow the regular process.
Who should join?
You should join Rebound if you:
- Want to defer suspension and stay enrolled at UK
- Want extra academic support while on probation
What will you need to do?
- At the end of Fall 2025, you’ll get a Rebound invitation letter from your academic advisor with details and an enrollment link.
- Eligible students must opt in to participate; mandatory students must opt in by the deadline to remain at UK.
- Complete at least three Integrated Success Coaching appointments (one in Summer 2026 and two in Fall 2026 before October 15).
- Attend three career cluster small-group meetings facilitated by the Stuckert Career Center.
- Enroll in no less than 12 credit hours in Fall 2026 (maximum 15 credit hours) if you are continuing in Rebound.
- Earn a Fall 2026 term GPA of 2.0 to be eligible (with advisor support) for a retroactive withdrawal for Fall 2025 and a return to academic good standing.
- Reach out to your academic advisor with questions or for help enrolling.
Can I enroll in other courses in addition to the Rebound courses?
- You will work with your academic advisor to create your schedule.
- Continuing Rebound students must enroll in no less than 12 credit hours in Fall 2026 (maximum 15 credit hours), including any required college-related coursework or activities.
What communication and support will I receive?
- Your college will send your official Rebound letter.
- Your academic advisor and Rebound staff will follow up with additional information.
How is my progress tracked?
Your success coach and program partners will check in throughout the semester and share updates with your advisor. Student Excellence will track required Integrated Success Coaching appointments and the career cluster small-group meetings.
You’ll also receive midterm progress feedback on attendance and performance.
What are the benefits for Rebound?
- Learn key skills for success: time management, goal setting and self-discipline
- Stay enrolled and avoid suspension
- Build a stronger foundation for your degree
- Earn a retroactive withdrawal after completing the program
What is a Retroactive Withdrawal?
When you complete Rebound:
- You’ll retroactively withdraw from your entire Fall 2025 semester.
- All grades will be replaced with W’s and won’t affect your GPA.
- Mandatory students must do this; optional students can choose to this.
What is the financial impact?
- Rebound courses count toward tuition like any other class.
- The full retroactive withdrawal means even passed courses from Fall 2025 will become W’s.
What are the Financial Aid and SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress) Requirements?
- You must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA and 66.67% completion rate to keep financial aid.
- If you don’t meet SAP, aid may be suspended — but you can appeal.
- Your appeal should highlight Rebound participation and your academic improvement.
- If approved, you’ll stay on Financial Aid Probation, needing an 80% completion rate and 2.1 GPA.
Can I drop or withdraw?
You can drop other classes, but not your Rebound course.
If you try to drop it, you’ll need to meet with your advisor — and doing so will mean not completing the program, which could lead to suspension.
Will Rebound impact my scholarship?
Check directly with the Student Financial Aid and Scholarships office to confirm how Rebound participation might affect your funding.
What happens if I don't meet the Rebound requirements?
Students who fail to meet the revised Rebound requirements will be suspended after the Fall 2026 semester.
Questions?
Students should contact their Academic Advisor with any questions.