Semester Guidelines

See the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities

Appeals of Grades and other Academic Actions

If a student believes that an academic action is arbitrary or capricious, they should discuss the action with the involved faculty member and attempt to resolve.  If unable to resolve, the student may appeal the action in accordance with the following procedure:

1. Appeal to Department Chair (in writing) within 40 business days; chair must notify student of a decision within 15 days. If faculty member or student disagrees with decision, then,
2. Appeal to Academic Appeals Committee (see https://www.price.utah.edu/students/academic-affairs/academic-appeals for members of committee). See II Section D, Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities for details on Academic Appeals Committee hearings.

The University of Utah seeks to provide equal access to its programs, services, and activities for people with disabilities. If you need accommodations in a class, reasonable prior notice needs to be given to the instructor and to the Center for Disability & Access. The CDA office is in the Student Services Building, Room 350. Call 801-581-5020 (V/TDD) to make arrangements for accommodations. All written information in a course can be made available in alternative format with prior notification to the Center for Disability & Access.

All classes must be added by the published add/drop deadline: Late adds from the 10th calendar day of the Summer semester, through to the census deadline, require instructor consent and signature. Any request after the census deadline will require signatures from the instructor, department, and Dean, and need to be accompanied by a petition letter to the Dean’s office.

A $50 FEE WILL BE ASSESSED BY THE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE FOR ADDING CLASSES AFTER THE CENSUS DEADLINE ***

***Before you elect to take a class CR/NC you should check with your Advisor. Core classes used to compute your Engineering GPA need letter grades.

For more, see the Withdrawal Policy and information on Drop Deadlines provided by the Office of the Registrar **
Please note the difference between the terms “drop” and “withdraw”. Drop implies that the student will not be held financially responsible, and a “W” will not be listed on the transcript. Withdraw means that a “W” will appear on the student’s transcript and tuition will be charged. **

Drop Period for Full Term Classes– No Penalty

Students may DROP any class without penalty or permission up until the published add/drop deadline

Withdrawal from Full Term Length Classes

Students may WITHDRAW from classes without petition after the add/drop deadline up to the published last day to withdraw. If a student withdraws within this timeframe, a “W” will appear on the transcript AND tuition will be charged. Refer to Class Schedule, Tuition and Fees for tuition information.

Visit the Academic Calendar for Additional Dates and Deadlines: including half semester course deadlines, holidays, and exam periods.

Withdrawals after the published withdrawal deadline will only be granted for compelling, nonacademic emergencies. A petition and supporting documentation must be submitted via email to the Dean’s Office at coepetitions@utah.edu. Petitions must be received by the last day of classes prior to Reading Day.

When a Price College of Engineering class is taken more than once, only the grade for the second attempt is counted. Grades of W, I, or V on the student’s record count as having taken the class. Departments enforce these guidelines for other courses as well (e.g., math, physics biology, chemistry). Attempts of courses taken at transfer
institutions count as one attempt. This means a student may take the course only one time at the University of Utah. Courses taken at the University of Utah may not be
taken a second time at another institution. If a second attempt is needed, it must be at the University of Utah. Please work with your department advisor to determine the value of repeating courses. Students should note that anyone who takes a required class twice and does not have a satisfactory grade the second time may not be able to
graduate. It is the responsibility of the student to work with the department of their major to determine how this policy applies in extenuating circumstances.

The University of Utah values the safety of all campus community members. To report suspicious activity or to request a courtesy escort, call campus police at 801-585-COPS (801-585-2677). You will receive important emergency alerts and safety messages regarding campus safety via text message. For more information regarding safety and to view available training resources, including helpful videos, visit https://safeu.utah.edu 

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, interpersonal violence, sexual assault, domestic violence, and/or stalking, please connect with one of the resources below.

Mandatory reporters are university employees, including students in paid leadership positions who are required to report sexual misconduct to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action per university regulations.  Examples of mandatory reporters include: