If you have experienced extenuating circumstances and require Deferred, or an Extension of Deferred Standing, please complete these petitions.
Deferred Standing/Extension of Deferred Standing
In cases where extenuating circumstances arise after the course withdrawal deadline and your ability to complete course work or final exams is affected, you may petition for deferred standing for additional time.
Required Forms/Documents
- Online Petition Application, which must include a list of the petitioned courses
- Statement of Grounds explaining your extenuating circumstances
- Deferred Standing / Extension of Deferred Standing Information Request Form (PDF) must be completed by the course instructor or the department designate. One form per course.
- Supporting Documentation that are relevant to your case must be submitted such as:
- Counsellor’s statements,
- Attending Physician's Statement (APS) (PDF),
- hospitalization records,
- disability verification forms,
- death certificate or an obituary.
For more information, please see Deferred Standing/Extension Information Sheet.
Course Overload
If you wish to take more than the 18 credits permitted in a summer session, or more than the 36 credits permitted in a fall and winter session.
Required Forms/Documents
- Online Petition Application
- Statement of Grounds (student’s personal letter)
- Timetable (list of courses to be taken and Visual Schedule Builder)
- Academic Success Plan
Important note: Academic advising appointment is required with your academic advisor to formulate an academic plan to ensure you can successfully complete your course overload.
For more information, please see Course Overload Information Sheet.