Incomplete Grade Policy

The mark of `I' is given at the discretion of the instructor near or at the end of the term when unforeseen events prevent the student from completing all of the course work as planned for the term. The student is responsible for initiating the incomplete request. An incomplete will only be assigned in extenuating circumstances and when there is, in the judgment of the instructor, a reasonable probability that the student can complete the remaining course work successfully without again attending regular class sessions. The mark of `I' will not be awarded if, in the instructor's judgment, it is necessary for the student to attend subsequent sessions of the class. The student should be passing at the time the grade of `I' is given. An incomplete grade cannot be recorded without a signed contract.

A written contract must be established specifying: 1) the work to be completed, 2) a final deadline for submission, and 3) signed by the student and instructor no later than the last day of the final exams period per the University Registrar's calendar. The deadline for outstanding coursework is arranged with the instructor. 

Any unchanged incomplete grades at the end of the one year will be changed to a grade of F; however, instructors have the right to establish a deadline that is earlier than one year. Responsibility for completing all course work rests with the student. Responsibility for grading the completed work and reporting the grade change to the Office of the Registrar in a timely manner rests with the instructor.

If incompletes are not satisfied by the date of agreement between the faculty member and student, a faculty member may assign a failing grade for the course. Students should contact the Financial Aid Office prior to requesting an Incomplete in their courses to be fully aware of how an "Incomplete" may impact their financial aid situation.