KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY
Policies and Regulations
REGULATION TITLE: Class Attendance
APPLIES TO: Students and Faculty
ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Division of Academic & Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs
APPROVED BY:
Kentucky State University Board of Regents
EFFECTIVE DATE:
August 8, 2025
NEXT REVIEW DATE: August 8, 2028
REGULATION STATEMENT:
This regulation implements the Class Attendance Policy by providing the detailed rules and procedures that govern student attendance. It establishes the maximum absence threshold, defines excused absences, clarifies instructor discretion for unexcused absences and tardiness, and outlines attendance requirements for virtual and hybrid courses.
DEFINITIONS:
Excused Absence
An absence for which a student shall not be penalized, provided any missed work is completed according to the instructor's make-up work policy. Reasons for an excused absence may include, but are not limited to: documented illness of the student or immediate family member; death in the immediate family; required participation in official KSU activities; religious observances; military duties; or other circumstances deemed reasonable by the instructor.