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Services & Forms

The Registrar’s Office provides a number of services to students. These are some of the most common services requested:

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Academic Consideration for Coursework

If students encounter extenuating circumstances that temporarily hinder their capacity to fulfill in-class academic requirements for a period that is five days or less, they can request academic consideration.

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The Academic Integrity Policy

The Academic Integrity Policy governs the academic behavior of students

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Appeal of Grade

Students are encouraged to contact their instructors concerning questions about grades. If this does not resolve the matter, students may submit a formal appeal of grade to the Registrar’s Office

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Change of Program Elements

Students may wish to change their major, minor, specialization/concentration, or they may wish to switch between an Honours degree to a 15-credit degree.

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Chosen or Legal Name Change

Carleton University requires that individuals use their legal name on all legal records and official documents; however, we recognize that the first name you commonly go by may differ from your legal first name.

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Defer an Exam

Students who encounter circumstances beyond their control may defer their final examination or take-home examination to write it at a later date.

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Exemptions from International Tuition Fees

Undergraduate, Visiting, and Special students who believe they qualify for an exemption must submit an application and supporting documentation to the Registrar’s Office.

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Exemption from Out of Province Tuition Fees

Students who wish to claim Ontario residency can apply for exemption from Out of Province fees by completing an ‘Out of Province Fee Exemption Form’ and providing the necessary supporting documentation.

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Parental Leave Request

Carleton University recognizes that our students may require to take leave from their program due to parental responsibilities.

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Petitions and Appeals

A petition is a formal request for accommodation with regard to the University’s regulations. You can submit a petition when circumstances beyond your control have impacted your ability to meet your academic obligations.

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Releve 8 Form

A form to request a Releve 8 tax form for Quebec residents.

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Third-Party Release

Although your academic record is private by default, you may elect to give access of your record to a third party.