University Policies and Procedures for Appealing Other Academic Matters

All appeals regarding academic matters other than grade appeal and academic dismissal are handled according to the following guidelines:

1. If a student wishes to appeal an academic decision, a written letter of appeal must be sent to the appropriate academic dean.
2. The dean will review the situation and render a decision. The dean will communicate the decision in writing to the student.
3. If the student is not satisfied with the decision of the academic dean, the student may petition the Provost. Documentation submitted with the written petition must include the original letter of appeal and the decision of the academic dean.
4. The Provost will establish an ad hoc committee composed of:
   • one faculty member appointed by the appropriate academic dean;
   • one representative from the Office of Student Services;
   • one faculty member chosen by the student.
5. The ad hoc committee will hear the appeal and make a recommendation to the Provost, who makes the final decision. The Provost will communicate the decision in writing to the student.