Students should note that exam and/or final course grade appeals may not be based on disagreements with the course requirements, or the grading standards established by the professor. Good faith on the professor's part shall be presumed unless the student can offer convincing arguments to the contrary. The student's desire or "need" for a particular grade, while compelling to the individual on a personal level, shall not be considered "good cause" for purposes of appeal. An appeal should be in reference to course and/or exam policies and procedures not being followed appropriately.
Academic Due Process - Exam Grade or Final Grade Reconsideration: if a student has a grievance about an exam or a final course grade, the student must discuss the matter with the course/system director before the end of the next working day after the grade has been posted. Thereafter, if the student still believes that there are grounds for an exam and/or final course grade appeal the student must submit the appropriate form along with evidence to the Senior Associate Dean of Student Affairs before the end of the next working day after the grade has been posted. If the appeal meets “good cause" for the purpose of appeal, the Senior Associate Dean of Student Affairs or their designee will arrange a meeting between the student, the appropriate Dean(s) (Preclinical or Clinical), and the course director if appropriate. After the meeting has occurred, the student will be notified of a decision with regards to the appeal within five working days.