We get it, academic appeals can be overwhelming!
So, if you are considering an academic appeal, we're here to help. While we won't be able to file the appeal for you, we are available to guide you in the right direction! You can contact your Vice President of Academics and they will help you through the process of filling out your appeals form.
You can also get help from the Student Advisement office. You can book an appointment with a Student Advisor and they will help you review your options, understand the policies and procedure, how to complete an appeal form and explore the right services and support for you. Once you are ready to submit your appeals, be sure to submit your forms to appeals@sheridancollege.ca
Need to file a Level 1 Appeal?
The first step is to fill out your Level 1 Academic Appeals Form.
How To Prepare:
Download and complete the Level 1 Appeal form. (If you need any help completing this form, stop by, we can help you out!)
Book an appointment with an advisor, visit the Student Advisement page.
Review the Academic Appeals and Consideration Policy & Procedure at policies.sheridancollege.ca to be aware of deadlines.
Collect your supporting documentation; the policy will help you determine what you need.
Prepare a list of questions to discuss with a Student Advisor.
For more information and contact info for the Student Advisement, click here.
Have questions or need support with the appeals process?
Get to know your Executive of Academic Integrity and Student Success, Rushaine.
If you're unsure where to start or need support with the appeals process, we're here for you. Reach out to our Executive of Academic Integrity and Student Success, Rushaine Phoenix, at rushaine.phoenix@sheridancollege.ca.
Rushaine can help guide you through the process or connect you with the right resources to move forward.
We can help you in completing your appeal form and guide you on next steps. Please note, we cannot make any decisions regarding the approval or denial of your appeals.
Please note, although the SSU cannot process your appeals, or make the final decision regarding your appeals, we would like to help you with the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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There are two stages of Academic Appeal: Level 1 academic appeal and Level 2 academic appeal.
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There are five (5) grounds that may be considered when filing a Level 1 academic appeal.
a. Academic Evaluation
b. Course Management
c. Compassionate
d. Medical
e. Procedural Error
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a. Academic Evaluation: A student may appeal a final grade if they believe it was unfairly assessed.
b. Course Management: A student may appeal if they have concerns about how the course was delivered or managed, or if they received a final grade that significantly departs from the course outline or stated evaluation criteria.
c. Compassion: A student may appeal if personal circumstances or unexpected events beyond their control negatively impacted their academic performance.
d. Illness or Medical Condition: If a student’s health issues or medical condition seriously affected their academic performance, they may file an appeal.
e. Procedural Error: A student may appeal if they believe an academic policy was improperly applied, not followed, or if a final grade was miscalculated.
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Students must submit a Level 1 Academic Appeal Form within five (5) business days of being notified of the academic decision they want to appeal. The Associate Dean will normally provide a decision within ten (10) business days after receiving the appeal form.
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It depends on the outcome of the appeal:
· If the grade is adjusted, progression to the next semester may be allowed.
· If only another attempt is granted, the course would need to be retaken before advancing.
The outcome will depend on the specific circumstances. SSU is not directly involved in the decision-making process. Students are encouraged to clearly share their story, include important details, and provide any relevant documentation to support the appeal.
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A Level 2 academic appeal can be submitted after completing a Level 1 appeal.
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1. A significant procedural error has occurred in the first level of appeal.
2. Compelling new evidence is available that could potentially influence the appeal and that could not reasonably have been obtained during the first level of appeal.
3. Sanctions imposed are unreasonable or substantially disproportionate to the circumstance or offence.
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Submitting documents is not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended. Evidence helps show that valid grounds for your appeal exist and supports your case. If an appeal is dismissed because there are no valid grounds, the decision-maker (or their delegate) may suggest an alternate resolution to address your concern.
Blogs about Academic Integrity and Appeals
Your VP of Academics, Cat Pham, wanted to share a step-by-step guide to filing your appeals! Take a look if you’re not sure how to get started.