Last Updated 11/17/15
Please indicate the type of appeal you are seeking:
Enrolling over the university limit of credit hours in a semester
Enrolling in over 19 hours in a fall or spring semester
Enrolling in over 12 hours in a summer semester
Enrolling in more than 6 hours in summer session B
Residency Requirement
Enrolling in distance learning course within last 25% of the degree
Enrolling at another institution within in last 25% of the degree
Waiving a portion of the residency requirement due to recent admission into CHSE
Re-taking a course after failing twice
Re-taking a course in which a grade of “C” or better was earned
Retroactive Add course (s)
Retroactive Drop/Resignation course (s)*
Student Teaching Eligibility
Other (be specific)______________________________________
* For Students Requesting a Retroactive Drop/Resignation:
A retroactive drop/resignation is a special request and is allowed only when circumstances over which a student has no control arise after
the final date for dropping courses or resigning from the University AND when these extenuating circumstances prevent the student from
satisfactorily completing the semester. In most cases, it is also necessary that the student’s coursework was satisfactory until the occurrence
Please Read, Sign and Date:
I have read and understand the CHSE appeal instructions and review process listed above. I understand that submission of an appeal does not guarantee
approval and that recommendation to submit an appeal by a CHSE counselor/advisor does not guarantee approval. If the semester is still in progress,
students should continue to attend all classes and submit all required portions of the appeal will result in automatic denial of the request. I declare that
the information provided on this appeal form , the accompanying detailed statement, and any supporting documentation is true to the best of my
knowledge.
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Signature of Student Date
For Office Use Only
Approved
Denied
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Academic Appeal
Students requesting to appeal a university or college policy must submit an official CHSE appeal. Students are encouraged to consult with a CHSE
counselor/advisor prior to the submission of an appeal. Read the information below carefully prior to the submission of your appeal.
Appeal Instructions and Review Process:
1. When submitting an appeal it is the students RESPONSIBILITY to :
A. A typed & detailed explanation of your request. Be specific with regard to all unusual or extenuating circumstances related to your request.
Provide all related information, such as dates, attendance information, grades in class (es), etc.
Attach additional paper.
B. If applicable, submit written documentation (i.e., doctor’s excuse, hospital verification, etc.) to support your request.
Please consult with a counselor/advisor in the CHSE Office of Student Services concerning specific documentation needed for your appeal.
2. Completed appeals should be submitted in one the following ways by 4:00pm on Tuesday to ensure review by the appeals committee that week:.
1. To the CHSE Office of Student Services, 236 Peabody Hall, between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday.
2. Via email to chseinfo@lsu.edu or to a CHSE counselor/advisor
3. Via fax to 225/578-3613.
3. Appeals are reviewed once a week by the Appeal Committee. Students will receive email notification of the appeal decision within 7 to 10 working
days of the appeal review unless a decision requires the gathering of additional information.
4. For any information or questions regarding your appeal, please contact Assistant Dean Lisa Newman (lnewman@lsu.edu)
Please complete the following information:
Name:
Last First Middle
LSU ID: 89 - - E-mail Address:
Phone Number: Major:____________________________________________
