Academics

Grade appeals are only done after the course is completed. The student may initiate the process directly. However, the Ombudsperson is available for assistance or to answer questions as needed. 

The burden of proof for a grade appeal is on the student. If you are in the middle of the semester and believe you may be appealing your grade, be sure to keep all documentation - screenshots of Blackboard, the syllabus, and all tests and papers.

If you have additional questions about the process after reviewing the information below, please feel free to contact the Ombuds at 740-593-2627 or ombuds@ohio.edu

Blackboard is a phenomenal tool, but has particular requirements to work optimally. OIT created a quick fix fact sheet for students that gives answers to common problems that come to the ombuds office.