Policies and Regulations

POLICY TITLE: Academic Appeals Policy

APPLIES TO: All credential producing academic programs.

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Academic Affairs

APPROVED BY: KSU Board of Regents

EFFECTIVE DATE: June 12, 2026

NEXT REVIEW DATE: June 2028

POLICY STATEMENT: This policy establishes procedures for student appeals related to academic standing, grades, suspension, dismissal, and withdrawal. This revised version integrates requirements and institutional conditions resulting from Kentucky Senate Bill 185 (2026, SB), which imposes enhanced financial oversight, operational controls, and administrative authority at Kentucky State University (KSU).

Appeals Authority: In accordance with SB 185, KSU is operating under a declared period of financial exigency and enhanced governance requirements. Key implications for academic appeals include:

• Increased administrative authority of the University President over enrollment, reinstatement, and academic progression decisions.
• Alignment of academic decisions with institutional restructuring goals, including program prioritization and enrollment targets.
• Requirement that institutional processes support financial sustainability, program efficiency, and resource prioritization.
• Oversight expectations from the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE), particularly regarding decisions that may impact enrollment, retention, or resource allocation.

All academic appeals decisions must be consistent with these statutory conditions.