Grade Appeals - Handbook

An inevitable result of student-faculty interaction is that there will be occasional disagreement concerning the appropriateness of the grade assigned in a particular course. MTSU provides a procedure for students to appeal a grade which they feel was not properly assigned.

Students should first attempt to resolve their concerns with the instructor; many times a miscommunication or lack of information has led to a misunderstanding that can be easily clarified.

The appeal must occur within forty (40) days of the graduation date for each term. If an impasse still exists after this initial meeting, the student may appeal to the department chair within ten (10) days. The department chair does not have authority to change the grade but will make a recommendation concerning the appeal within ten (10) days.

If the student is still not satisfied, within fifteen (15) days he or she can request a Grade Appeals Committee review by contacting the Provost's office. The decision of the Grade Appeals Committee is final. Concerned students are encouraged to seek explanation and assistance from their faculty advisors, the vice provost, or the dean of Student Life. Copies of the Grade Appeal policy are available on request .

The appeal must be filed within forty (40) days of graduation for the semester in which the grade was received. Certain other deadlines exist for subsequent consideration at other levels. Concerned students are encouraged to seek explanation and assistance from their faculty advisors, the associate provost, or the dean of Student Life. Copies of the Grade Appeal policy are available on request.