Final Exam Deferral Procedures

Deferrals may be granted for the following situations

1. Two examinations at the same time. If two exams are scheduled at the same time on the same day, the exam in the required course must be taken and the other deferred. If both are electives, one must be take at the scheduled time; and/or

2.  Religious reasons supported by a letter from a minister, priest or rabbi (written on appropriate letterhead).

NO DEFERRALS SHALL BE GRANTED IN RELATION TO STUDENTS' EMPLOYMENT, GRADUATIONS AND/OR WEDDINGS. ONLY IN CLASS EXAMS MAY BE DEFERRED. TAKE HOME EXAMS CANNOT BE DEFERRED.

Deferral requirements

If two examinations are at the same time on the same day, the examination in the required course must be taken and the other may be deferred. If both are required, one must be taken at the scheduled time.

Emergency Deferrals

If an emergency arises during the examination period, the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs must be contacted and proper documentation presented to arrange a deferral. If the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is unavailable, the student shall contact a staff member of the Office of Academic Affairs. Emergency deferrals will be granted provisionally by phone but must be supported by a written request and supporting documentation within 48 hours unless extended by the Associate Dean or his or her designee.

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