Exam Modifications

Exam proctoring is available through the ODS if a student has special needs. If a student requires extended time on an exam, requires oral exams, or needs to use special equipment to complete an exam, arrangements can be made with the ODS to have the exam proctored in the ODS office. Faculty can use their discretion in making the decision between giving the exam through the ODS or making individual arrangements with the student. Students should contact the ODS staff at least one week prior to the exam to make those arrangements if the exam will be taken in the ODS.

Some students may require more frequent breaks during exams. These arrangements can be made individually between the student and the faculty member. If this will be overly disruptive to the rest of the class, arrangements can be made for either a separate time or to take the exam in the ODS office.

ODS does not recommend that faculty substitute take-home exams for regular classroom exams.

Faculty may forward the exam to the ODS by whatever means they feel most comfortable: hand delivery, email, or campus mail. Exams will be returned to the department in a sealed envelope with the signature of an ODS staff person on the seal.

Exam Rules and Regulations:

1. Exams must be scheduled in advance.
2. Students must be on time. Students more than 15 minutes late, for any reason, will have to receive permission for, and schedule make-up exams with their instructors.
3. No breaks (unless the disability creates a specific need for breaks). Once the exam has started, a student will not be allowed to leave the testing room for any reason. Restroom breaks, snacks, etc. must be planned accordingly.
4. No bags, books, purses, coats, pagers, cell phones, cd players or tape players will be allowed. A secure place will be provided for students to store personal items until the exam is over.
5. Time will be enforced. Students must finish within the time frames commensurate with approved accommodations. There are NO exams with unlimited time.

Students should keep in mind that this policy only applies to exams created and given by CSU faculty and staff. Exams administered by other organizations, such as professional and licensing exams, have their own policies and documentation requirements. Students should check with the administrator of any necessary exam (for example, Educational Testing Services, GMAT, MCAT, etc.) for more information.