Dismissal Appeal Deadline
- The dismissal appeal form will be available beginning on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (once email notifications are sent to students regarding their academic standings). The deadline to submit an expedited international student appeal is Friday, December 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., and the deadline to submit a regular appeal is Friday, January 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
- Late appeals are NOT accepted after exactly 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2026. There are no exceptions, including not checking official UConn email or being out of the country at the close of the semester. Communications are sent regarding this process well in advance to allow students to prepare for the process. The university is able to verify exactly when academic standing and dismissal process communications are opened by a student.
Submitting an academic dismissal appeal:
Note the following before submitting your appeal:
- IMPORTANT: Do not wait until the last hour of the deadline to submit your appeal.
- Be prepared: Start to put your appeal materials together as soon as you receive the email pre-notification on November 18, especially if you need to acquire medical or other documentation.
- If you receive a notification that you are subject to dismissal on December 23, 2025, submit your appeal as soon as possible.
- Use a computer (laptop, desktop) to ensure that the appeal is received. If a cell phone is used, the appeal submission may not be successful.
- Students will not be able to submit an appeal until they have been officially notified that they are subject to dismissal. Students will be notified of their updated academic standings on Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Dismissal Appeal Questions
To access the Dismissal Appeal form, including all questions, click on the following link: Dismissal Appeal Form Example
To be best prepared in the event that you are subject to dismissal at the close of the semester, students are strongly encouraged to prepare a draft of the dismissal appeal form and obtain any necessary documentation prior to Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Dismissal Appeal Documentation
- Students may upload up to 3 documents. If they have more than 3 documents that they wish to submit, they can scan and save them as a single document for upload. All University of Connecticut libraries have scanners that you can access, but you can also use scanning tools on your mobile phone to upload documents.
- All documentation will be reviewed by the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD).
- Students who are not subject to University dismissal will not have access to the appeal form.
- If a student has received communication from their school/college about a "supplemental dismissal" from their major or program, or if they think they may be in academic jeopardy or have questions about their scholastic standing, they can contact their dean's advising office at Storrs or the Student Services director's office at their regional campus.
- Once a students has completed their appeal, they will receive a confirmation email that will include a summary of the appeal. The email will not include a copy of the uploaded files.
Please know while we will make every effort to review your appeal as soon as possible, it may not be reviewed immediately upon receipt.
- Note that all University employees are mandated reporters of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, UConn employees have responsibilities to report to the Office of Institutional Equity student disclosures of sexual assault and related interpersonal violence; any information you submit in this appeal is subject to UConn reporting policies. If you feel you need more immediate assistance or support, we encourage you to reach out to the Dean of Students Office and/or Student Health and Wellness- Mental Health. In addition, if you have concerns related to sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence and/or stalking, we encourage you to review the resources and reporting options available at https://titleix.uconn.edu
Tips for a Successful Appeal
This does not guarantee your retention at the university.
- Ensure you submit your appeal by the published deadline. Late appeals are NOT accepted.
Fill out all sections of the appeal form. Take time to reflect on your answers and fully respond to each question. - Include a clear narrative of any additional factors and extenuating circumstances that led to your current academic status for full consideration in this process as well as any steps that you have taken to resolve any issues or improve your academic performance.
- Examples of additional factors or extenuating circumstances: illness, death in the family, mental health struggles, changes in living situation.
- A clear narrative does not require you to disclose all of the specifics of circumstances that you are not comfortable sharing.
- Remember to include all pertinent documentation to support your appeal. This documentation should be on letterhead, where applicable.
- This might include:
- Medical documentation
- Letter from course instructors
- Other supporting documentation
- This might include:
If you are having trouble filling out your appeal form or have any questions about what to include in your appeal, reach out to your academic advisor for assistance.
Dismissal Appeal Resources
- Carefully review the Critical Information for Students Subject to Dismissal and associated links, which contain detailed policies and information on the dismissal appeal process.
- Contact your academic advisor for assistance in how to prepare your appeal.
- The Storrs Dean of Students Office or regional campus Office of Student Services is here to support you during this time. We strongly encourage you to reach out to them at any time for academic or personal assistance. Storrs students can contact the DOS by emailing by calling (860) 486-3426 or by using the live chat feature on their website to make an appointment. Regional students should contact their Office of Student Services.
- The Academic Achievement Center is a great resource for connecting you with holistic support in preparing your academic dismissal appeal and your plan for success.
- If you are a UConn Connects mentee, reach out to your mentor or AAC professional staff member for continued guidance & support.
- Reach out to one of UConn’s Cultural Centers for assistance with writing your appeal, receiving support in your appeal review, and requesting a letter of support or confirmation of involvement in your peer mentoring program.
- If you are an international student, contact the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office so that they may assist you with any questions you may have regarding your plans for your following academic semester.