Find out how to report a medically justified absence from a graded course activity, submit required documents, and access academic support resources.

Declaration of Absence

If you are unable to submit or complete a midterm or final exam, you must submit a Declaration of absence for each course for which you will miss this type of evaluation.

Medical Absence Form

Absence request types
Missed Activity Declaration of Absence Request Medical Absence Form 
Quiz NoYes
Poster PresentationNoYes
Final AssignmentNoNo
Mid TermYesNo
ExamYesNo

Late Submission of an Assignment or Report 

If you are not able to submit your assignment or report by the deadline given, please contact your course instructor as soon as possible.  

Medical Absence Information

If you miss a graded course component and a medical certificate is required, you must complete the Medical Absence Form within 3 days of the missed activity. Please review your course syllabus for specific details. 

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On the day of your absence: what to do

We recommend that you contact your professor in advance, or within 24 hours of your absence. In your email, be sure to indicate whether you intend to pursue a make-up opportunity to recover the grade.

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Fill out the online form

Submit the Medical Absence Form along with supporting medical documentation within three (3) days of the missed graded activity for review. If you have any questions about completing the form, please contact the Wellness Office at [email protected]. 

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After your form has been assessed

The Wellness Office will assess each submission and communicate with you should there be additional information required. If there is a valid medical reason for the absence, your course coordinator will be informed.

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Academic Accommodations

If you require academic accommodations for new or chronic conditions, please contact the Academic Accommodations Service at [email protected].

Important: Please note that this form is intended only for students who have missed graded activities. For missed examinations, including midterms and final exams, students must complete the Declaration of Absence from an Examination form. For further details, please refer to Academic Regulation A.8.6.