School of Physician Assistant Studies: Appeals & Grievances

PA students may appeal any academic or other actions rendered by PAC to the Program Director. All internal appeals must be submitted in writing (email is acceptable) within five (5) business days of receipt of notification of action. PA students who desire to appeal the Program Director’s decision must submit their appeal to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences within five (5) business days of a rendered decision.

Students may elect to file a grievance for reasons not otherwise specified in this handbook. As such, the student has two options:

1. A student may submit a grievance in writing directly to the program director. Grievances should be submitted within five (5) days of occurrence.

2. Alternatively, follow the university policy as noted in the Grievances section of the university policies.