This process outlines procedures a student shall follow to challenge the final grade assigned by the person responsible for the academic endeavor, hereafter referred to as the instructor. Confidentiality must be maintained throughout the process.

In order to successfully appeal a final course grade, a student must offer convincing written arguments that good cause exists for mandating a change of grade. If a student fails to appeal a final grade within seven (7) calendar days from the date the grade is posted to the student’s record, the student forfeits the right to appeal.

Students should refer to detailed information that includes reasons for a grade appeal and the detailed procedures starting page 50 of the Student Handbook.

The process begins with Step 1 - direct written communication between the student and their faculty (credit) or program manager (non-credit) – and may end at Step 4 , a final appeal decision by the Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Student Services. It is important for the administrative procedure, as is outlined in the Student Handbook, is followed.