Exam Accommodations

Students whose documented disability interferes with their ability to complete exams may be approved for exam accommodations.  Exam accommodations are determined on a course-by-course basis and are dependent upon the nature of each course.  Exam accommodations may include but are not limited to:

  • Extended time to complete exams
  • A reduced distraction environment or private room separate from the class in which to take exams
  • Use of assistive technology such as a computer or speech-to-text software during exams
  • Short breaks during exams

Students and Instructors: For specific information related to exam accommodations, scheduling, and additional proctoring options, go to the Resource Library in your CSD MyAccess Account.

Important Information for Students

  • Whenever possible, you should take your exams with your class. You are not required to take exams at the CSD.
  • If your exam may be taken remotely in a location of your choice, you do not need to submit a scheduling request with the CSD.  Please coordinate accommodations for remote, online exams (i.e., extended time settings) directly with your instructor.
  • Exams requiring proctoring at the CSD must be scheduled through MyAccess at least 7 days in advance of the class exam date. Late requests are not guaranteed. Exams can be scheduled from 8am-5pm, Monday -Friday. Students should plan to take their exams at the same time as the class unless there is a class scheduling conflict.
  • Students whose exams fall outside of the CSD's business hours should discuss an alternative plan with their instructor.  Some examples include taking the exam earlier in the day or on a different day.
  • Students needing to take the exam on a date different from the class's exam date must obtain instructor permission prior to submitting a request through MyAccess.

Important Information for Instructors

  • Please work with your students to determine if you can provide their exam accommodations or if they should schedule their exams with the CSD.
  • Remote exams at a location of the student's choice do not need scheduling requests with the CSD.  Please coordinate accommodations for remote, online exams (i.e., extended time settings) directly with your students.
  • Exams that must be proctored at the CSD must be scheduled through MyAccess at least 7 days in advance of the class exam date. Late requests are not guaranteed.
  • Exams to be taken at the CSD can be scheduled from 8am-5pm, Monday -Friday. Students should plan to take their exams at the same time as the class unless there is a class scheduling conflict.
  • Students whose exams fall outside of the CSD's business hours should discuss an alternative plan you.  Some examples include taking the exam earlier in the day or on a different day.
  • Students needing to take the exam on a date different from the class's exam date must obtain your permission prior to submitting a request through MyAccess.
  • Log into your Instructor MyAccess account regularly to approve student scheduling requests, set up exam parameters, upload exams/supplemental materials, and provide additional pertinent information (i.e. passwords).
  • For additional proctoring options on the Storrs campus, please go to Resource Library in your CSD MyAccess account.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    I am approved for several exam accommodations. Do I have to take my exams with my instructor or at the CSD?

    You should discuss your exam accommodation arrangements directly with your instructors prior to your first exam. Whenever possible, you should take your exams with your class.  If you and your instructor determine you need to take your exams at the CSD, you must submit your exam scheduling requests through your MyAccess account at least 7 days in advance of the class exam date. Late requests are not guaranteed.

    I have another class right after a scheduled exam. Can I take my exam at a different time so I don’t miss the following class?

    Yes, if you have back-to-back classes and you’re concerned you may miss the following class because of an exam in the first class, the CSD will work with you and your instructor to schedule the exam at an alternate time. For example, if you are approved for extended time, and you have an exam in your 9 am class, followed by another class at 10:30 am, arrangements can be made for you to start the exam earlier than 9 am.  This will allow you to arrive at your next class on time.

    My instructor gives a 10-minute quiz at the start of every class and then lectures for the remaining time. I am approved for extended time, so how will I receive this accommodation without missing any of the lectures?

    Begin by discussing this situation directly with your instructor. One option would be to arrange to take the quiz either with your instructor or at the CSD prior to the class start time.  Another option would be to get approval from your instructor to take the quiz at an alternate time.

    Who do I talk to if I want to request additional testing accommodations other than the ones I am already approved for?

    In order to request additional testing accommodations, please contact your Disability Service Provider (DSP).

    How do I receive extended time for online exams given through Husky CT?

    Your instructor can adjust the Husky CT settings so that you will receive extended time on online exams. It is important to communicate directly with your instructor well in advance of the exam to be sure they are aware of your extended time accommodation.

    If my instructor is allowing the class to take an exam remotely in a location of our choice, do I need to submit a scheduling request with the CSD?

    No, you do not need to submit a scheduling request with the CSD if your exam is being taken remotely in the location of your choice.  You should coordinate accommodations for remote, online exams (i.e., extended time settings) directly with your instructor.