Grades may be changed to correct an error, or as the result of re-evaluation.
A grade other than Incomplete (“I”) or blank may be changed only to correct an error in the calculation or entry of the grade or as a result of re-evaluation of an end-of-session assignment or exam. Grade changes are made at the discretion of the instructor.
Instructors can change a grade by using the electronic grade change tool. The completed request will be routed automatically via email as needed to the department chair and the appropriate dean. Reasons for the change of grade must be fully explained and justified.
Grade changes for courses taught by faculty who are no longer associated with UB, and are no longer available, may be submitted by officers of the units offering the courses in accordance with this policy, and must be fully explained and justified.
Grade changes must be made within one semester after a course concludes.
“I” and blank grades may be changed to a permanent grade within the timeframe outlined in the Degree and Course Catalog. Once an “I” grade has defaulted to its accompanying permanent grade, it may no longer be changed.
Grades cannot be changed more than one term subsequent to degree conferral, i.e., not later than the following December 31 for spring or summer conferral, and not later than the following May 31 for fall conferral.
For more information about grades, including definitions of grades and related policies, please view:
Important grading information for faculty, including grading deadlines for current and upcoming terms and links to helpful resources, can be found on our Faculty/Staff Grading page.