Grade Appeals Process

Grade Appeals Process

The grade appeals process used by undergraduate and graduate students wishing to appeal grades they have received in their coursework is described in detail on the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities’ website here: Student Regulations. As outlined in Step 2 of this process, Department Heads play a major role in handling a formal grade appeal.

After receiving the documentation and appeal statement from the student and the instructor’s response to the appeal, Heads need to hold a review meeting with both student and instructor. After this review meeting, the Head submits a written decision regarding the appeal to the university. Note that the timeline for addressing grade appeals is short, with each of these steps moving forward within 5 university business days.

If you have specific questions about the process, please consult the Assistant Dean of Academic Operations.