Appeal of Admission Denial

Denial of Admission to Graduate Programs

Applicants who have been denied admission or readmission to a graduate program at the University may appeal the denial by submitting a written appeal to the Office of University Admissions. The appeal must address the reasons why the applicant believes the decision is in error. It must be received by the Office of University Admissions within 30 days of the date of the denial letter, or by the first day of classes of the semester for which admission was requested, whichever is shorter.

Once received, the appeal will be forwarded to the appropriate College Dean. The College Dean will convene a faculty committee to review the denial within 20 business days of the date of the appeal letter. The committee will consider the materials submitted by the applicant, including the letter of appeal. The committee’s decision will be forwarded to the applicant by the Office of University Admissions within five business days of the date of receipt of the committee’s decision. This appeal decision is final.

Applicants must submit the Graduate Denial of Admission Appeal Form, located under the Admission Decision Appeals section of the Graduate Admissions webpage. Any questions regarding the appeal process may be directed to gradadmissions@uwf.edu or 850-473-7716.

Conditionally and/or provisionally admitted applicants who do not meet the admission requirements may follow the same appeal process.

Applicants who are denied admission or readmission to the University for judicial and/or conduct reasons should refer to UWF/REG. 3.003, Admission of Applicants with Records of Misconduct at Educational Institutions or Criminal Conduct.