Grade Appeal Policy
Final course grades assigned by instructors are considered permanent. However, students may appeal a final grade under specific circumstances, as outlined below. This policy applies to final course grades only. Appeals related to individual assignments, participation grades, or other components of the course will not be considered.
Grounds for Appeal
A student may appeal a final grade only if one or more of the following conditions are met:
- A clerical or calculation error resulted in an incorrect final grade.
- The final grade was assigned in a manner inconsistent with the course syllabus or stated grading criteria.
Appeal Timeline
All grade appeals must be submitted within 15 business days after the last day of the course. Appeals submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
Appeal Process
- First Step – Instructor Communication
The student must first contact the instructor in writing to discuss the grade concern and seek clarification or informal resolution.
- Formal Appeal – Written Submission
If the issue remains unresolved, the student may submit a formal written appeal utilizing the Grade Appeal Form. This written appeal must: - Clearly state the grounds for appeal,
- Include any relevant supporting documentation,
- Be submitted within the 15-business-day deadline.
- Review and Decision
The academic administrator or review committee will evaluate the appeal and may consult with the instructor. The decision of the administrator (or designated reviewer) is final and will be communicated in writing to the student.
Note: While TEL will endeavor to follow the foregoing appeals process, it retains absolute discretion to deviate from this process when TEL determines such deviation is justified under the circumstances. Nothing contained herein shall be interpreted to create due process or contractual rights for students.