*This updated policy is effective as of Fall ’24 and subject to change without advanced notice.

Students are not eligible to submit a grade dispute once their degree has been conferred. After your degree is officially conferred, your academic record is considered final and closed. At that point no further changes or updates, including grade disputes, petitions, or other record adjustments can be made.

Grading Dispute Policies

Follow these steps as directed below.

GRADING DISPUTE FORM (FILLABLE PDF)
Step 1: Discuss the issue with the instructor of the course
A student who believes that a grade has been given unfairly should first discuss the issue with the instructor of the course.

If the dispute cannot be resolved between the student and the instructor, the student may refer the issue to the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, 6426 Boelter Hall.

Step 2: File a Formal Grade Appeal

If you decide to file an official appeal, your request will require supplemental documentation. Please refer to linked document above.

Step 3: Meet with either the Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs or Special Advisor Brandenberg

Once the Grade Dispute Form has been filled out and submitted, we will work with the Associate Dean or special advisor Brandenberg to schedule a meeting where you can explain the circumstances surrounding the dispute.

Step 4: Grade Dispute Committee
The Associate Dean may form an ad hoc committee to review the complaint. The ad hoc committee members are recommended by the appropriate department chair and the associate dean. The student receives a copy of the ad hoc committee reports as well as a copy of the associate dean’s recommendation. The student file will contain no reference to the dispute. The associate dean informs the student of their rights with respect to complaints and appeals at UCLA.

Submission Link

Please submit all relevant documentation through the link below. From the date of submission, we will coordinate with the Associate Dean or special advisor Brandenberg to schedule a meeting to discuss your dispute. You should expect a confirmation within 3 weeks from the date of submission. 

Submission Portal [Click Here]