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VMI explores a 'partial-load' fifth-year option to retain cadets; NCAA and accreditation limits shape policy
Summary
Dean and academic leaders proposed a policy to allow certain cadets to remain at VMI on a reduced credit load to finish degree requirements or pursue a second major/certificate; NCAA rules and SACSCOC expectations limit how that option can be structured.
Virginia Military Institute academic leaders asked the Board of Visitors on May 2 to authorize further development of a proposal that would let some cadets remain at the institute on a reduced academic load—commonly framed as a “partial-load” or fifth‑year option—to finish degree requirements or complete an additional major or certificate.
Dean Bob Vareschi (identified in the meeting as the dean) and other academic staff presented two related concepts: a partial-load pathway for cadets who have remaining graduation requirements of fewer than 12 credit hours and a ‘‘post‑graduation return’’ pathway for cadets who have technically completed requirements but choose…
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