Appeals

The following appeal procedures are available for you to use if the need arises.

Undergraduate

Appeals on academic matters, including grade appeals, are considered by NAU’s Academic Standards Committee. This committee evaluates all policy standards and scholastic regulations to ensure that high academic standards prevail. Refer to the  online Student Handbook, the Office of Student Life, and/or the dean’s office in your college or school for complete policies and procedures.

Please be aware that in each case, the decision being appealed is in force and considered final unless or until it is reversed or modified through this process.

Appeals of general policy issues are considered by the Registrar’s Office. The Registrar may respond directly or bring the issue for consideration to the Academic Standards Committee. You will be notified in writing of the committee’s response.

Graduate

Grade Appeals

You can petition to have a course grade reviewed, beginning with your instructor. Refer to the online Student Handbook, the Office of Student Life, and/or the dean’s office in your college or school for complete policies and procedures.

Academic and Graduate Appeals

We also have policies pertaining to appeals of academic matters other than grade appeals. For information about these policies, contact the Graduate College.

You can petition for an exception to any graduate regulation, in writing, to the associate dean of the Graduate College. Your letter should be endorsed by your advisor and department chair.