Petition for Exception

Please follow the prompts below to submit a Petition for Exception to De Anza College Policies

General Information

Why are you seeking an exception?

I would like to ADD or DROP a class after the add/drop period with no record.

I would like to change my grade or remove my grade or a "W" from my record.

I have a time conflict and would like to change my registration.

My request involves an academic or registration policy that is not listed above.

Petitions for Exceptions can be made in one of the following categories:

Academic Policies – this could include requests to
- Take a class after your third attempt
- Replace a substandard grade at De Anza after taking an equivalent class at another college
- Repeat a class that you passed, due to a significant lapse of time
Registration Policies – this could include requests to
- Receive an excused withdrawal due to extenuating circumstances
- Appeal a decision on residency reclassification
- Take more than 10 units as a high school student under dual enrollment

What kind of petition would you like to make?