well that dont mean you are starting all over. you gpa will still be on the record. and yes if this is your first time they will give a chance to improve. they will keep you in porbation have you take those bull shit non credit course. and if you do good on the semester, meaning you get your gpa 2.0+ they will change your status to good standing. that way you will be good to go. but it depends where and which college. good luck brother.