REGULATION TITLE:

Course Substitution

APPLIES TO:

Students

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:

Division of Academic & Student Affairs

Office of the Provost and Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs

Office of the Registrar

Office of Accessibility & Disability Services

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 university's academic policies on curriculum and degree requirements. It provides the official criteria and processes for two distinct types of course substitutions: (A) substitutions for general academic reasons, and (B) substitutions requested as an academic adjustment for students with documented disabilities.

DEFINITIONS:

Academic Adjustment

A modification to academic requirements necessary to ensure they do not discriminate against a qualified student with a disability. Course substitution is a form of academic adjustment.