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PROCESS:

Grounds for an Appeal

A student may only appeal a final course grade. Appeals of grades on individual assignments are not permitted under this regulation. To be considered, a final grade appeal must be based on at least one of the following grounds:

• An alleged mathematical error was made in calculating the final grade.
• The method for determining the final grade conflicted with the grading policy stated in the course syllabus.
• There is substantial evidence that the final grade was based on factors other than the student's academic performance in the course.

Appeal Workflow and Timelines

Students are encouraged to first discuss any grade concerns with their instructor before initiating a formal appeal. If the concern is not resolved, the student may proceed with the following four-step process.

Step 1: Instructor-Level Appeal

• Within ten (10) business days of the final grade submission deadline, the student must submit a written appeal to the course instructor. The appeal must state the grounds for the appeal and provide supporting evidence.
• The instructor must provide a written decision, including a detailed rationale, to the student within five (5) business days of receiving the appeal.
• If the grade is amended, the instructor must initiate the grade change within three (3) business days. If the appeal is denied, the student may proceed to Step 2.

Step 2: Department Chair-Level Appeal

• Within five (5) business days of the instructor's decision, the student may appeal to the department Chair. The student must submit the original appeal and the instructor's written decision.
• The Chair must issue a written decision with detailed rationale to both the student and the instructor within five (5) business days of receipt.
• If the Chair recommends a grade change, the instructor must initiate it within three (3) business days. If the appeal is denied, the student may proceed to Step 3.

Step 3: College Dean-Level Appeal

• Within five (5) business days of the Chair's decision, the student may appeal to the Dean of the college. The student must submit the original appeal and the written decisions from the instructor and Chair.