KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY
Policies and Regulations
REGULATION TITLE: Undergraduate Grade Appeals
APPLIES TO: Undergraduate Students and Faculty
ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: 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 academic policies by providing a fair, transparent, and sequential process for undergraduate students who believe their final course grade was assigned in error. It establishes the exclusive procedures for appealing a final grade while upholding the academic integrity of Kentucky State University (KSU). All parties are expected to adhere to the procedural guidelines and timelines outlined herein.
DEFINITIONS:
Academic Appeals Committee
A committee of five (5) individuals convened by the Provost to conduct the final review of a grade appeal.
Advisor
A person who serves in a support capacity for a student or instructor during a hearing. An advisor may not speak on behalf of the individual they are supporting or otherwise participate in the hearing.