Academic Relief/Suspension Appeal

Undergraduate students whose academic performance has been significantly impacted by circumstances beyond their control may be eligible to apply for Academic Relief. Circumstances may include medical conditions, mental health concerns, disability-related barriers, or other extenuating situations that affected a student's ability to attend classes or complete coursework during the semester.

Academic Relief is intended for situations where a student experienced significant challenges over an extended period of time and may result in a complete withdrawal from a semester, with courses recorded as WP (Withdrawal-Exception) on the student's transcript. In some cases, students may also request the removal of eligible grades from their transcript or the restoration of previously used withdrawal (W) credits.

Academic Relief can only be requested after a semester has been completed. Students cannot apply while a semester is still in progress.

The review process is collaborative and includes input from the student's academic college and, when applicable, University Scholarships and Financial Aid and the Cranwell International Center. Depending on the circumstances, the request may also be reviewed by the appropriate campus support office, such as the Dean of Students Office, Cook Counseling Center, Schiffert Health Center, Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), or the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education (CRCPE). The Academic Relief Committee considers all available information before making a final decision.

If you believe circumstances beyond your control affected your academic performance during a completed semester, you may submit an Academic Relief application through the online portal or check the status of an existing request. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Each request is reviewed individually based on the student's circumstances and the information provided. You can start your application Academic Relief.