University Policy

Capella University policies apply to all Capella students.

Students are responsible for understanding and following the most current version of all Capella University policies.

University Policy 2.01.01 Admission

Applicants to Capella University must meet the program-specific admission requirements outlined on this policy and its procedures. The process for application, admission review and evaluation, and other related admission topics are also outlined within the procedures.

For more information, visit the Admission Components page.

University Policy 2.02.02 Course Registration

The purpose of this policy is to provide clear and consistent directions, guidelines, responsibilities, and accountabilities associated with course registration-related activities.

University Policy 2.02.10 Separation from the University

Students may be separated from Capella University through discontinuation, administrative withdrawal, suspension, or dismissal. Separations may result from student choice, administrative reasons, or violations of university policy. The specific procedures and conditions for separation are described in each relevant policy, as referenced in the procedure section of this policy.

University Policy 3.01.04 Academic Standing

Capella University requires all students to maintain good academic standing. This policy outlines the standards and procedures for maintaining and evaluating academic standing.

University Policy 3.01.05 Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress

Federal regulations require that all students who receive financial aid maintain financial aid satisfactory academic progress (FASAP). Students must meet the minimum FASAP requirements to qualify for financial aid. Students may only use financial aid for a maximum number of credits or program points attempted for their degree or certificate level. This policy outlines the requirements and procedures for evaluating financial aid eligibility based on FASAP and the total number of attempted credits or program points.

University Policy 3.04.07 Grading

Grades are awarded for all courses taken at Capella University. As a competency-based educational institution, Capella University expects the grade to reflect the degree to which the student has demonstrated the specific competencies taught and assessed within a course. This policy and its procedures outline the grading scheme used for the evaluation of competencies.

University Policy 3.04.11 Transfer Credit and Credit for Prior Learning

Capella University recognizes relevant external learning that may be acceptable for credit toward a Capella degree or certificate program, including academic credit earned at other accredited institutions, credit based on nationally recognized examination programs, and credit based on prior learning. This policy outlines the standards and processes for the evaluation of transfer credit and credit for prior learning.

University Policy 4.02.03 Student Grievance

Capella University strives to provide students with a positive, collaborative, and healthy approach to solving grievances with faculty, staff, and administration members. The purpose of this policy is to define the process for the internal resolution of problems, complaints, and grievances at Capella University.

University Policy 4.03.01 Tuition and Fees

The purpose of this policy is to name those groups or individuals within the university who have the authority to determine tuition and fees and the manner in which they are charged for courses, residencies, admission, transcripts, credit for prior learning petition review, and graduation. Tuition and fees are listed in the tuition and fees schedule published in Capella’s University Catalog and on the university website.

University Policy 4.03.02 Tuition and Fee Refunds

The purpose of this policy is to clearly state how and when tuition refunds are granted.

See the full list of Capella University Policies below.