Grade Change Policy
Grades submitted at the end of a term are intended to be final. Grade changes due to incomplete work and course extensions should follow the procedure found in the Incomplete Grades Policy. In cases when a professor realizes that it would be unjust to allow an original grade to stand due to an oversight, this policy allows faculty to change final grades at his or her own discretion without convening the Appeals Committee.
Professors may request a grade change by submitting the new grade and a written explanation to the Registrar no later than one additional program term length after the last day of the term in which the original grade was assigned. Grade changes for graduating students must be made at least four weeks prior to commencement and the student’s graduation status must be noted in the professor’s written explanation to the Registrar. Late requests for grade changes must be approved by the Office of the Provost. A degree may not be conferred until the grade change is finalized.