Academic Dismissal Petition Process

Step 1: Get Ready to Reconnect — Admissions & Application

Before you begin your petition to return, let’s make sure your admissions status is active and ready to go. If it’s been more than 12 months since you last attended any Alamo College, or are transferring to Northwest Vista College, you will need to complete the Admissions process first. This helps us update your student record and ensure you are ready for registration when you meet with an advisor. Applications are only valid for one year, so if you submitted an application previously but didn’t attend, you will need to submit a new application for the semester you plan to enroll.

You may view information on how to complete the Admissions process online by clicking on the Application and Enrollment Steps for Transfer and Former Students

• Students must not have any registration holds on their record other than the Academic Dismissal hold or Title IX hold. These holds should be taken care of as soon as possible to be able to register for classes.
• If you’re under 22 years old, Texas law requires you to submit proof of your Bacterial Meningitis vaccination. For more information, visit Bacterial Meningitis

Need help with this step? Reach out to our Admissions team or an advisor — we’re here to walk you through it.

Step 2: Submit your Northwest Vista College Academic Dismissal Packet

Once your admissions application is complete, it’s time to fill out the Northwest Vista College Academic Dismissal Packet. This packet helps us plan and develop ways to support you effectively throughout the Pathway for Student and Academic Success (PASS) process. To petition to enroll in Fall, use the Fall 2026 petition link. To petition to enroll for Spring 2027, use the Spring 2027 petition link.

The petition packet is important to help the advisor co-create an action plan that will enable you to be successful while at NVC and provide you with the best possible experience as you complete the dismissal process.

After submitting the packet, you’ll receive an email with a link to schedule your Student Success Planning Session with an academic advisor via your ACES student email within 1–2 business days. Check your ACES email regularly — this is how we’ll communicate with you. We’ll only use your personal email if there’s an issue that prevents you from moving to the next step.  

Petition Packets are being accepted until the date listed below for each part of the semester:

Tips for Success

• Submit early! High volumes can cause delays, and early submission helps ensure you can meet with an advisor quickly.
• Only submit one packet. If you didn’t complete the process in a previous part of the term, you’ll automatically be considered for the next one.
• If you submitted a packet for a prior semester, please submit a new packet to restart the process for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 (Summer 2027 will be available April 1st).

Step 3: Attend the Student Success Planning Session

Once all petition packet documents are received, you will receive information and a link to schedule your advising session. Some things to consider:

• Sessions are scheduled in order of process completion on a first-come, first-served basis.
• To ensure you are guaranteed an opportunity to meet with an advisor, it is recommended that you complete all portions of the Dismissal process by the priority deadline.
• The schedule link enables you to schedule your session promptly and on days and times that are convenient for you. Sessions can be scheduled up to 4 hours in advance and are often available as soon as the next day. 

Student Success Planning Sessions for the different parts of term will begin and conclude based on the dates below: 

Students who do not complete all parts by the indicated deadline will need to continue the process for a future semester.