Defer an exam

This service outlines the steps students must follow to request an excused absence for missed term work or midterms, or to apply for a deferred final exam due to illness. Students must contact their instructor (for midterms/term work) or faculty (for final exams) as soon as possible. Documentation may be requested, but a medical note cannot be required. Deferred exams and excused absences are not automatically granted.

Service Offerings

Guidance on requesting excused absences for missed midterms or term work, applying for deferred final exams, and understanding documentation requirements.

How to Access

Hours of Operation

What to Expect

Your instructor or faculty will review your request and may ask for documentation. A medical note cannot be required. Alternative documentation may be accepted.
Approval of excused absences or deferred exams is at the discretion of the instructor or faculty and is not automatic.

Cost

No charge for service

Contact

Students should contact their specific Faculty Student Services Office

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students

Home Campus: All

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, In-Person: Augustana Campus, In-Person: Campus Saint-Jean, Virtual/Phone Meeting, Email/Ticket/Form, Live Chat/Chatbot

Access: Drop-In/Walk-In, Access anytime

Service Provider: Faculty services offices

Language: English, French