XV. DISMISSAL
A. Reasons for Dismissal:
Reasons for dismissal include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Failure of the same block or course taken twice at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. In this instance a re-exam will not be allowed.
2. Failure of Step 1 of the USMLE three times, or failure to pass Step 1 within the required time period.
3. Exceeding the limitation on number of failed blocks or courses as described in Sections VIII. F., G. , H., or having other persistent academic difficulty.
4. Behavior which results in two or more Professionalism Evaluation forms.
5. Absence of the personal qualifications and attributes deemed necessary to perform the duties of a medical professional.
6. Inability to complete the academic programs within the established time limits set forth in Section IV, including inability to complete the M.D. degree within ten years.
7. Failure to satisfy the conditions for removal from Academic Warning or Academic Suspension.
8. Deliberate falsification of admissions information or other official records.
9. Inability to complete the curriculum.
B. Procedures for Dismissal:
1. The student is given an opportunity to appear before the Academic Standing Committee to discuss reason(s) for dismissal.
2. The Academic Standing Committee makes a decision for or against recommending dismissal after consideration of all the facts.
3. If the Academic Standing Committee decides to recommend dismissal, a letter is forwarded to the Dean of the School.
4. A student may appeal the decision of the Academic Standing Committee to the Dean. Students wishing to appeal must contact the Dean's Office within two weeks of the date of the Committee's letter notifying the student of the Committee's decision to recommend dismissal.
5. Final decision rests with the Dean of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.