Student Development—Grade Appeal Policy
The grade appeal policy is used when a student disputes an assigned grade. The student must file a grade appeal before the first class day of the next semester. Students may consult the Student Development Office for an explanation of the appeal process. A Student Development representative will act as an advocate for the student and be present for all steps of the process. Procedures for appealing a grade are as follows:
- The student must schedule and conduct a meeting with the instructor who assigned the grade. (If the instructor is no longer an employee of the College, the student will meet with the appropriate Associate Dean.) If the grade is changed at this point, the issue is resolved.
- If the student wishes to continue the appeal process, he or she must file a written academic appeal with the Vice President of Student Development. This written appeal should detail why the student is disputing and grade and should be accompanied by any supporting documentation available. This written appeal and all supporting documents will be provided to the instructor and the appropriate Associate Dean. The student will meet with the instructor and the appropriate Associate Dean. The Associate Dean will make a decision on the merits of the appeal and communicate the decision to the student and the instructor.
- If the student is not satisfied with the decision of the Associate Dean, the student will have two school days to appeal the decision in writing to the Vice President of Instruction. The Vice President of Instruction will review all written documentation and meet with the student and instructor. The Vice President of Instruction will make a decision within two working days. The decision of the Vice President of Instruction is final.
