Exam Accommodations

Exam accommodations are provided as an accommodation for students whose documented disabilities interferes with their abilities during exams.  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
  • A reduced distraction environment or private room separate from the class
  • Use of assistive technology such as a computer or speech-to-text software
  • 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 will 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.
  • If it is determined that you need to take an exam at the CSD, you must schedule the exam request 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.
  • For exams outside of CSD business hours, please discuss an alternative plan with your instructor. This could include taking the exam earlier in the day or the following day.
  • You must get instructor permission prior to submitting your request through MyAccess if you are requesting to take the exam on an alternate day/time.

Important Information for Instructors

  • Collaborate with your student regarding exam accommodations as soon as possible to determine if you can provide the accommodations or if the student should schedule their exams with the CSD.
  • If your exam will be given remotely in a location of the student’s choice, students do not need to submit scheduling requests with the CSD.  Please coordinate accommodations for remote, online exams (i.e., extended time settings) directly with your students.
  • If it is determined that your student should take an exam at the CSD, they must schedule their exam request 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.
  • For exams outside of CSD business hours, please discuss alternatives with your student. This could include taking the exam earlier in the day or the following day.
  • Students should get instructor permission prior to submitting their request through MyAccess if they are requesting to take the exam on an alternate day/time.
  • 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 with your instructors in advance. Whenever possible, you should take your exams with your class or instructors.  If you and your instructor determine you need to take your exams at the CSD for accommodation support, you must submit you 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 due to 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) at the Center.

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

Your instructor can adjust the Husky CT settings for you to 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 notneed 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.