Guide To Submitting Academic Appeals
The Office of the Registrar manages three types of academic appeals for APSU students: fee adjustments after course withdrawal, special circumstances for course drops, and academic suspension appeals. Review the options below to find the appropriate appeal process for your situation.
Note:
Students found responsible for academic misconduct cannot withdraw from the course or request an academic fee adjustment, and the grade assigned by the professor will stand.
All appeals require submission through your APSU email account with appropriate supporting documentation.
Select the academic appeal that matches your situation:
Academic Fee Adjustment Appeal
Academic Special Circumstance Appeal
For: Students needing to drop a course or withdraw from a semester due to:
- Serious illness
- Emergency situations
- Military deployment
- Other documented urgent circumstances
Academic Suspension Appeal
For: Students on academic suspension seeking to return under probation status
Upcoming Deadlines:
| Semester | Appeal Deadline | Committee Meeting | Notification Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2026 | May 15, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | May 29, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | August 8, 2026 | August 15, 2026 | August 21, 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | January 4, 2027 | January 12, 2027 | January 15, 2027 |
Residency Appeal
Tennessee public colleges and universities must apply uniform rules when determining whether students are classified as in-state or out-of-state for tuition and fee purposes.