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Academic Petition

The Academic Petition process at the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) typically allows students to formally request exceptions to academic policies or procedures under specific circumstances.

Academic Petition Policy (General Overview)

Students at UTPB may submit an academic petition when seeking an exception to university academic policies, such as:

  • Late course drops or withdrawals
  • Grade appeals
  • Reinstatement after academic suspension
  • Substitution or waiver of degree requirements

Petition Process:

  1. Initiation: The student must complete the official Academic Petition Form, available through the Registrar’s Office or Academic Advising.
  2. Documentation: Supporting documentation (e.g., medical records, advisor recommendations, or instructor statements) must be included.
  3. Submission: The petition is submitted to the appropriate academic office—often the Dean’s Office or Academic Affairs.
  4. Review: A committee or designated official reviews the petition and makes a decision based on university policy and the merits of the case.
  5. Notification: The student is notified of the decision in writing. All decisions are final unless an appeal process is specified.