Rescheduling Policy

1. Purpose of This Policy

This Rescheduling Policy outlines the conditions under which students may request changes to scheduled academic activities at Woodcroft University. As a fully online institution, Woodcroft University provides structured flexibility while maintaining academic rigor, faculty availability, and operational consistency.

2. Scope

This policy applies to the rescheduling of:

• Live online classes and seminars
• Assessments, quizzes, and examinations
• Project presentations and evaluations
• Dissertation or capstone milestones
• Thesis defenses and oral examinations
• Internship timelines and applied learning deliverables

3. General Principles

• Rescheduling requests must be submitted in writing and in advance, wherever possible.
• Approval is subject to:
• Academic feasibility
• Faculty and examiner availability
• Program-specific regulations
• Rescheduling is not automatic and may involve additional fees.
• Excessive or repeated rescheduling requests may be denied.

4. Class & Seminar Rescheduling

Live Online Classes / Workshops

• Students may request rescheduling due to:
• Medical emergencies
• Unavoidable professional obligations
• Technical issues verified by the University

Where recordings are available, rescheduling may not be approved and students may be directed to access the recorded session instead.

5. Examination & Assessment Rescheduling

Eligibility
Rescheduling of assessments may be considered if the request is supported by valid documentation, such as:

• Medical certificates
• Employer confirmation (for working professionals)
• Verified technical failures

Fees

• Standard programs: Rescheduling fee starting from $100
• Advanced, doctoral, or executive programs: Fees may range up to $500

Failure to attend an assessment without prior approval may result in a zero score or failure, as per academic regulations.

6. Dissertation, Capstone & Defense Rescheduling

Due to the coordination involved with supervisors and evaluation committees:

• Requests must be submitted at least 14 days in advance
• Approval is subject to examiner availability
• Rescheduling fees may apply:
• Standard reschedule: $300
• Second or late reschedule: Up to $600

Repeated rescheduling may delay graduation timelines.

7. Internship & Applied Learning Rescheduling For internship programs:

• Rescheduling or timeline changes are subject to:
• Industry mentor availability
• Project partner approval
• Once an internship placement or project allocation is confirmed:
• Rescheduling may not be possible
• Alternative timelines may be offered at the University’s discretion

Any associated costs may be borne by the student.

8. Rescheduling Limits

To ensure academic fairness and operational efficiency:

• A maximum of two rescheduling requests per academic term is generally permitted
• Additional requests may be denied or require special approval

9. Non-Reschedulable Activities

The following activities are typically not eligible for rescheduling:

• Missed assessments without prior approval
• Recorded sessions made available asynchronously
• Administrative deadlines (unless approved under special circumstances)

10. Special Circumstances

In cases of:

• Medical emergenciess
• Force majeure events
• Legal or immigration constraints

The University may review requests on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation is mandatory. Approval is not guaranteed.

11. Impact on Academic Progress

Rescheduling may:

• Extend program duration
• Affect graduation timelines
• Delay certifications or degree issuance

Students are responsible for understanding the academic implications before submitting a request.

12. Policy Modifications

Woodcroft University reserves the right to modify this Rescheduling Policy at any time. Updates will be published on the official website. Continued enrollment constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

13. Contact Information

For rescheduling requests or inquiries:

Woodcroft University
📧 Email: info@woodcroftedu.us
🌐 Website: https://woodcroftuniversity.online/