Academic Progress Reports
You’ve just received an Academic Progress Report (APR) — What does this mean?
APRs are comments entered by instructors regarding a student’s academic performance in a given course. APRs can include positive or constructive feedback. Here are some types of constructive comments that students may receive:
Assignment/Homework Concern
Class Participation Concern
Quiz/Examination Concern
Writing Skills Concern
General Concern
Immediate Action Suggested
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Never Attended
Intermittent Attendance
Stopped Attending
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Good Class Participation
Keep Up Good Work
Showing Improvement
Outstanding Performance
What’s next?
If students receive an APR with constructive feedback, they should take action as soon as possible. Students are encouraged to:
- Check the Academic Progress Report email for specific recommendations from their instructor.
- Meet with their instructor to discuss recommendations mentioned in the APR.
- If necessary, explore campus resources that may be able to provide additional help. Here are a few:
Academic Advising Program
advising.unc.edu
919.966.5116
Accessibility Resources and Service
accessibility@unc.edu
919.962.8300
Counseling and Psychological Services
campushealth.unc.edu/services/counseling-and-psychological-services
Learning Center
learningcenter.unc.edu
919.962.3782
Undergraduate Retention
studentsuccess.unc.edu
Writing Center
writingcenter.unc.edu
919.962.7710
For a complete list of resources, please visit For Students.
To learn more about APRs and resources to help you succeed, visit Progress Reports – Information for Students. For detailed information on the progress reports, please review these Frequently Asked Questions.