Appeal of Application of Policy Other Than Program Appeals, Grade or Student Discipline - Graduate Students
*This policy is effective May 1, 2019. *
For prior versions, please refer to Academic Regulations, Policies, and Program Requirements in the Academic Calendar (https://www.uleth.ca/ross/academic-calendar).
Student Appeals
An appeal is a formal request for a decision to be reviewed and possibly changed. This page provides an overview of common types of student appeals and links to official university policies and procedures. Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and students are encouraged to consult the University Academic Calendars and relevant University Policies and Procedures for more information.
Final Grade Appeals | Students may appeal a final course grade or a decision made by a Faculty or School Grade Appeal Committee in accordance with the Final Grade Appeal Procedure - Undergraduate and Graduate Students. |
Student Conduct Appeals (effective July 1, 2025) | Appeals related to decisions and penalties under the Student Code of Conduct can be made through the process outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. |
Appeals of Policy Application | If a student feels disadvantaged by how a university policy or regulation has been applied to their status (excluding program-specific, grade, or discipline matters), they may appeal under one of the following policies: Appeal of Application of Policy Other Than Grade or Student Discipline - Undergraduate Students. |
| Program Appeals- Graduate Students | Graduate students can appeal program-related decisions (e.g., probation, comprehensive exams, thesis proposals) in accordance with the Program Appeals - Graduate Students |
| Academic Accommodations Appeals | Appeals related to academic accommodations for students are outlined in the Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Policy. |
| Board of Governors Appeals | Decisions may be appealed to the University’s Board of Governors in specific procedures. Please see the Board of Governors Appeal Procedures for detailed information. |
| Harassment and Discrimination | Appeals related to harassment and discrimination are addressed under the Harassment and Discrimination Policy |
| Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Prevention | For appeals, information and support related to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Prevention, please see the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Prevention Policy and the resources available on campus at www.uleth.ca/sexual-violence |
| Student Housing Appeals. | Students wishing to appeal decisions related to housing accommodation can refer to the Student Housing Policy. |
| Parking Appeals | For appeals regarding parking violations, please see Parking Violations, Parking Lot Permit Prefixes and Enforcement Times |