The Student Complaints Policy provides students with a clear and published means for setting forth any Student Complaint for prompt resolution through a fair and consistent process.
This policy is in accordance with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requires that each institution has in place student complaint policies and procedures that are reasonable, fairly administered, and well publicized.
Georgia Tech units are responsible for promptly and fairly receiving, tracking and resolving student complaints through the policies and processes outlined in the Student Complaint Matrix.
When appropriate, students should initially seek to resolve concerns within the office/unit from which the concern originates. The personnel of those offices possess the qualifications, experience, and knowledge to manage resolution process as well as to work in a collaborative and confidential manner. If a resolution is not reached, students can file a written Student Complaint through the policies and processes outlined in the Student Complaint Matrix. If students have any questions or concerns about the appropriate avenue for submitting Student Complaints, staff within the Division of Student Life are available for information.
The Student Complaint Policy applies to Georgia Tech students, faculty, and staff who are engaged in the submission and resolution of a Student Complaint.
| Student Complaint | A Student Complaint is defined as a written complaint, or written grievance submitted according to the methods outlined in the policies and procedures captured via the Student Complaint Matrix. |
| Student Complaint Matrix | The Student Complaint Matrix is a maintained, authoritative index of Institute policy and/ or procedure pertaining to various types of Student Complaint. The Student Complaint Matrix may also include additional guidance for resolution of other student matters as a resource for Students. |
Students
Students are responsible for bringing their complaint forward in writing in accordance with Institute policy or procedure as referenced in the Student Complaint Matrix.
Faculty and Staff
Faculty and staff are responsible for carrying out the Student Complaints Policy in accordance with the policies and procedures summarized in the Student Complaint Matrix.
Assistant Vice Provost for Advocacy and Conflict Resolution (AVP – ACR)
The AVP – ACR, or designee, is responsible for reviewing and updating the Student Complaint Matrix on an annual basis.
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