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DA Program Manual > 5. Academic Policies and Procedures > 5.2 Student Appeal Process

5.2 Student Appeal Process

Students requesting an exception to standard DA program policies may be required to submit a formal appeal. Appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and timelines for submission, review, and communication of outcomes will be determined according to the specific circumstances.

• Appeals must be submitted in writing as a formal letter, clearly identifying the policy in question and providing a rationale for the requested exception.
• Appeals should be submitted via email to the Program Director.
• When appropriate, a review committee may be convened to evaluate the appeal. Students may be invited to attend the meeting and provide clarification.
• The Program Director will communicate the final decision in writing.
• If a student believes the outcome was based on misinterpretation of procedure, fact, or policy—or that the decision was arbitrary—they may submit a written appeal to the Dean of the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at shrsdean@mghihp.edu within ten (10) business days of the program decision.