UNLV Policies for all Students
Updated Fall 2025
It is the responsibility of each student to familiarize themselves with the information contained in the Catalog and comply with all policies, rules, regulations, and/or procedures relating to the University, their college and/or school, or their specific program.
Academic Policies
Academic integrity is a legitimate concern for every member of the University community. We all share in upholding the fundamental values of honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility, and professionalism. By choosing to join the UNLV community, students accept the expectations of the Student Academic Integrity Policy, and are encouraged to always take the ethical path whenever faced with choices. Students enrolling at UNLV assume the obligation to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with UNLV’s educational mission. An example of academic misconduct is plagiarism. Plagiarism is using the words or ideas of another person, from the Internet or any other source without proper citation of the source(s). See the Student Conduct Code.
UNLV recognizes that generative artificial intelligence is a rapidly changing technology that is creating both new opportunities and challenges. Transparency and accountability are expected with the use of generative AI. UNLV expects that students will provide appropriate acknowledgment when using generative AI, just as we require appropriate citations and references for any sources used in classroom work, research, or academic writing. If using AI, you are generally expected to check any information generated by an AI platform for inaccuracies, as generative AI can produce incorrect information. You should always check every syllabus for clarification and policies on how you may or may not use generative AI in coursework. Contact your instructor if that information is not available in the syllabus. Improper use of generative AI as described by the university Student Academic Integrity Policy or outlined by your instructor is a form of academic misconduct.
The University requires all members of the University Community to familiarize themselves with and follow copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually and solely responsible for violations of copyright and fair use laws. The University will neither protect nor defend you, nor assume any responsibility for student or employee violations of fair use laws. Violations of copyright laws could subject you to federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability, as well as disciplinary action under University policies. Additional copyright policy information is available.
All UNLV students must use their Campus-issued ACE ID and password to log in to WebCampus-Canvas. UNLV students enrolled in online or hybrid courses are expected to read and adhere to the Student Academic Integrity Policy, which states that “acting or attempting to act as a substitute for another, or using or attempting to use a substitute, in any academic evaluation or assignment” is a form of academic misconduct. Intentionally sharing ACE login credentials with another person may be considered an attempt to use a substitute, and could result in investigation and sanctions, as outlined in the Student Academic Integrity Policy. UNLV students enrolled in online courses are also expected to read and adhere to the Acceptable Use of Computing and Information Technology Resources Policy, which prohibits sharing university accounts with other persons without authorization. To the greatest extent possible, all graded assignments and assessments in UNLV online courses should be hosted in WebCampus-Canvas or another UNLV-managed platform that requires ACE login credentials for access.
Rebelmail is UNLV’s official email system for students and by University policy instructors and staff should only send emails to students’ Rebelmail accounts. Rebelmail is one of the primary ways students receive official University communications, information about deadlines, major Campus events, and announcements. All UNLV students receive a Rebelmail account after they have been admitted to the University. Students’ email prefixes are listed on class rosters. The suffix is always @unlv.nevada.edu. Emailing within Web Campus-Canvas is also acceptable.
Registration and Grading Policies
Auditing a course allows a student to continue attending the lectures and/or laboratories and discussion sessions associated with the course, but the student will not earn a grade for any component of the course. A student who audits a course may receive the same educational experience as students taking the course for a grade but will be excused from exams, assessments, and other evaluative measures that serve the primary purpose of assigning a grade. A student may change from credit-earning to audit until the last day to drop or withdraw for the semester, as published in the academic calendar. Additionally, a student may change from audit to credit-earning up to and including the end of the fifth business day of the semester. A student should use their MyUNLV to opt for either audit or credit. As with any enrollment change, it is recommended that students consult with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for any implications that may be a result of changing from credit-earning to audit.
The University requires that final exams given at the end of a course occur on the date and at the time specified in the Final Exam schedule. The general schedule is typically available at the start of the semester, and the classroom locations are available approximately one month before the end of the semester. To ensure students have the proper time to prepare for final examinations, the week before final exams shall be designated as a study week, in which classes will meet as scheduled but during which instructors are encouraged to refrain from introducing new concepts or giving major tests (e.g., hour-long, sit-down, written exams). This policy does not affect such assignments as laboratory finals; performance exams (as in juries, theatre, music, dance, etc.); short quizzes; term papers; final reports; and similar activities.
A grade of “I” is a neutral mark and represents an incomplete. An “I” may be given when a student has been performing satisfactory work for at least three-fourths of the semester but, for reasons beyond the student’s control, is unable to complete the course requirements during the instructional period. Students who meet these criteria may initiate a request for an “I.” An “I” mark is excluded from GPA computation. Non-attendance, poor performance, or requests to repeat the course are unacceptable reasons for the issuance of the “I” mark.
When a student’s request for an incomplete mark is deemed acceptable, the instructor is to indicate to the student the specific work that is necessary to complete the course. The student must make up the incomplete work by the last day of the following regular semester (fall or spring). However, the instructor may require that it be made up in less time. A student should not re-register for the course to complete the incomplete provided that they complete the work for the course by the end of the following regular semester or by the date set by the instructor, whichever comes first.
If the course work and/or requirements are not completed by the last day of the next regular semester or by an earlier deadline set by the instructor, the “I” will automatically change to an “F” and the student’s GPA will be adjusted accordingly. A student who receives an “I” in a course graded on a “satisfactory/unsatisfactory” basis and who does not complete course requirements within the time limit will receive a “U” grade.
For graduate students, the ‘I’ grade is used for content/lecture type courses (not thesis, dissertation, or select professional paper credits). The professor is responsible for determining if the reason for non-completion is satisfactory, if an Incomplete grade is appropriate, and the terms of the Incomplete including what the student needs to do to successfully complete the course requirements as stated in the course syllabus to earn a final grade. An ‘I’ may only be given when the majority of the coursework has been completed with a cumulative average of ‘B’ or better. Graduate students receiving an ‘I’ grade have one calendar year to complete all course requirements and remove the ‘I’ grade; however, the instructor may require that it be made up in less time. If course requirements are not completed within one year, the Office of the Registrar will automatically record a grade of ‘F’. Undergraduate students enrolled in graduate-level courses must complete the coursework within one semester or the “I” will default to an “F.” Please see the Graduate Catalog for more information.
Any student missing class, quizzes, examinations, or any other class or laboratory work because of observance of religious holidays will be given an opportunity during that semester to make up the missed work. The make-up opportunity will apply to the religious holiday absence only. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the instructor of their intention to participate in religious holidays which do not fall on state holidays or periods of class recess within the first 7 calendar days of the course. For additional information, please visit the Missed Classwork policy, under Registration Policies, on the Academic Policies webpage.
In accordance with the policy approved by the Faculty Senate regarding missed class time and assignments, students who represent UNLV in any official extracurricular activity will also have the opportunity to make up assignments, provided that the student submits official written notification to the instructor no less than one week prior to the missed class(es).
The spirit and intent of the policy for missed classwork is to offer fair and equitable assessment opportunities to all students, including those representing the University in extracurricular activities. Instructors should consider, for example, that in courses which offer a “drop one” option for the lowest assignment, quiz, or exam, assigning the student a grade of zero for an excused absence for extracurricular activity is both contrary to the intent of the Faculty Senate’s policy, and an infringement on the student’s right to complete all work for the course.
This policy will not apply in the event that completing the assignment or administering the examination at an alternate time would impose an undue hardship on the instructor or the University that could be reasonably avoided. There should be a good faith effort by both the instructor and the student to agree to a reasonable resolution. When disagreements regarding this policy arise, decisions can be appealed to the Department Chair/School Director, College/School Dean, and/or the Faculty Senate Academic Standards Committee for undergraduate issues. For graduate issues, students may appeal their case to the Department Chair/School Director, College/School Dean, and/or the Graduate Appeals process.
For purposes of definition, extracurricular activities may include, but are not limited to: academic recruitment activities, competitive intercollegiate athletics, fine arts activities, liberal arts competitions, science and engineering competitions, and any other event or activity sanctioned by a College/School Dean, and/or by the Executive Vice President and Provost.
Safe and Respectful Learning Spaces
As part of UNLV’s efforts to enhance safety and security, automatic lock buttons are installed inside select rooms near entry doors on UNLV’s campuses. When pressed, the buttons automatically lock designated entry doors. The following operating instructions are posted above each button:
- Ensure the door is fully closed and free of obstructions
- Lift the clear plastic cover
- Firmly press and release the red button
- Look for an illuminated red light above the button. This confirms the door is locked.
While a door is locked, occupants may freely exit the room. The door will re-lock when closed.
Authorized faculty and staff with a proximity access card for the room can use it to unlock the door from the outside. The door will remain unlocked after it’s been opened with a proximity access card.
Pushing the automatic lock buttons will not notify the University Police Department. In an emergency, call 911 from an on-campus phone or 702-895-3669 from a mobile phone to reach university police.
Please note that the buttons are being installed in phases. This means not all classrooms have an automatic lock button.
If your classroom has an automatic lock button, those sitting closest to the door may be asked to press the button in an emergency.
Students have a responsibility to conduct themselves in class and in the libraries in ways that do not interfere with the rights of other students to learn, or of instructors to teach. Use of devices such as cellular phones and pagers, or other potentially disruptive activities are only permitted with the prior explicit consent of the instructor.
Students are specifically prohibited to record classes without instructor authorization, including online/remote classes (either audio only, or video and audio). The instructor may rescind permission at any time during the class. If a student does not comply with established requirements or obstructs the functioning of the class, the instructor may initiate an administrative withdrawal of the student from the course.
Instructors who agree to record their classes (audio only, or video and audio) should inform students in advance. Recorded lectures may not be broadly released to anyone, but made available exclusively to those students enrolled in the class during the particular academic term. Recorded lectures must be stored securely, and are subject to the Nevada System of Higher Education’s Records Retention Policy, meaning that the recordings can only be deleted 120 days after the end of class (i.e., after grades are posted). Once this requirement is met, the recordings should be deleted. Class recordings are protected from disclosure, as they are deemed part of an educational record under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
As an institution of higher learning, UNLV represents a richness of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds among its faculty, staff, and students. We are committed to fostering a campus environment that values respect, encourages participation, and strives for fair and supportive experiences for all. Accordingly, the University supports understanding and appreciation of all members of its community, regardless of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or political affiliation.
A thriving learning environment depends on mutual respect and trust between students and instructors. The instructor encourages students to listen openly to one another’s viewpoints, recognizing that differences of opinion may arise; to keep discussions focused on the topic; and to use first-person, constructive language when sharing their perspectives. Please see University Statements and Compliance.
UNLV is committed to providing an environment free of all forms of unlawful discrimination including, but not limited to, sexual and gender-based discrimination, harassment, and violence, sexual assault, domestic and dating partner violence, and stalking. If you, or someone you know, has experienced or is experiencing these types of behaviors, know that you are not alone. Resources and support are available. To learn more or to report an incident, please visit the Office of Equal Employment and Title IX website. Please be aware that instructors are not confidential resources, and they will need to report incidents of sexual misconduct to UNLV’s Title IX Coordinator. Students can also report concerns directly using the online reporting form or via email at titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu or 702-895-4055. For confidential support in matters of sexual violence, relationship/family violence, or stalking, contact the Care Center at 702-895- 0602.
UNLV is situated on the traditional homelands of Indigenous groups, including the Nuwu or Nuwuvi, Southern Paiute People, descendants of the Tudinu, or Desert People. We honor and offer gratitude for those who have stewarded the land, for the land itself, and for the opportunity to cultivate a thriving, diverse, inclusive, and just scholarly community here today that works for a better tomorrow for all. You may find the full UNLV Land Acknowledgement and related information on the UNLV Land Acknowledgement page.
Academic Resources for Student Success
The Office of Student Success provides academic support at no additional cost to undergraduate students. Services include academic advising, tutoring, success coaching, peer mentoring, and many other offerings. Most programs are available both in person and virtually, providing flexible options for students.
Undergraduate students can schedule appointments with their academic advisor or a success coach through the Rebel Success Hub. For more information, please visit the Student Success / ASC website, phone 702-895-3177, or email studentsuccess@unlv.edu.
The Office of Student Success is located in the Academic Success Center, with additional satellite locations across campus, where professional staff are dedicated to helping students reach their academic goals. Drop-in tutoring for general subjects is offered on the first floor of the Lied Library, while engineering tutoring is available in TBE A-207. Virtual tutoring is also provided through NetTutor for added convenience.
Academic advising at the graduate level is provided by a combination of faculty in their department and the graduate coordinator of their program. Faculty advisors offer academic and professional guidance, provide feedback on research progress, and help students develop their career goals. Faculty advisors are also instrumental in guiding students on how to approach challenges in their academic work, providing support for publication, networking, and introducing opportunities for professional development.
Graduate students should check their admission letter in the Grad Rebel Gateway to see if they have already been assigned an initial faculty advisor. If they do not have an advisor assigned, they should contact their graduate coordinator for assistance enrolling and for help with any questions regarding their program. Graduate coordinator information can be found on the Homepage of the student’s Grad Rebel Gateway account. Graduate Coordinators are also listed on the UNLV Degree Directory. Graduate students are encouraged to reach out to the Retention, Progression and Completion team at grad.rpc@unlv.edu for assistance with degree progression and graduation processes.
Career Services & Workforce Development offers free, personalized support to all UNLV students. Get one-on-one coaching, explore job opportunities, build resumes, cover letters, and application materials, access career development resources, and design a fulfilling life through appointments, online resources, and workshops. Visit the UNLV Career Services website or call 702-895-3495 to launch your career or next steps today!
The UNLV Disability Resource Center (Campus Resource Center (CRC), across Harmon from the Lied Library, telephone 702-895-0866) provides resources for students with disabilities. Students in need of accommodations due to a disability, temporary injury, or academic support due to pregnancy are encouraged to apply with the UNLV Disability Resource Center (DRC) online at https://www.unlv.edu/drc. Current DRC students should request their accommodations online each semester and work with their assigned DRC staff member to answer any questions.
UNLV is committed to supporting students and helping resolve concerns that may affect their success, well-being, or experience on campus. If you have a complaint, concern, or are unsure where to start, the following resources are available via the Student Resource Guide:
- How Can We Help Form: A good first step for students, faculty, parents, or community members with general questions or concerns. Submit your inquiry through the How Can We Help Form.
- UNLV Support Team: If you or someone you know is experiencing personal challenges (e.g., mental health, academic stress, life difficulties), the Support Team can connect you with appropriate university services. Use the form on the Support Team webpage to request help.
- Improve UNLV Survey: Have an idea or suggestion to improve campus life or services? Submit your feedback through the Improve UNLV Survey. All suggestions are reviewed by university leadership.
If you have a complaint or concern about a specific class you are enrolled in, we recommend starting by discussing the issue directly with the course instructor. If the matter is not resolved, you may then contact the Chair or Director of the department or school offering the course. If the issue remains unresolved, you can escalate your concern to the Dean of the college/school in which the course is housed.
Students are encouraged to use these resources to seek guidance, report concerns, or suggest improvements. UNLV aims to create a supportive and responsive campus environment where every student feels heard.
Librarians are available to consult with students on research needs, including developing research topics, finding information, and evaluating sources. To make an appointment with a subject expert for this class, please visit the Libraries’ Research Consultation website. You can also ask the library staff questions via chat and text message. The five library facilities offer a range of resources and services including a variety of study and collaboration spaces. Complementing the print and electronic information resources, the Libraries provide technology checkout, makerspace and recording studios. New this fall is a dedicated virtual reality space in Lied Library.
Students are encouraged to make use of their free access to national newspaper subscriptions. All active students have a complimentary membership to the Wall Street Journal and New York Times. Using UNLV’s WSJ partnership link, you gain unlimited digital access to WSJ.com and WSJ apps. Membership lasts for one year and can be re-activated until graduation. For additional information, visit the UNLV Library Guide for WSJ. Students also have access to The New York Times online, The New York Times Book Review, and The New York Times Magazine. You can claim your free membership by going to Access NYT and selecting the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from the dropdown menu. You will have access until December 31st of your graduation year. For additional information, visit the UNLV Library Guide for NYT.
Embarking on your college journey at UNLV is an exciting and transformative experience, but it can also be challenging or even overwhelming. That's why we've created the Student Resource Guide – your ultimate companion for navigating the challenges and opportunities that come with higher education.
Inside the Student Resource Guide, you'll find information and resources that cover every aspect of college life. From resources that support your academic success and career readiness to resources to maintain your mental health and learn about ways to access a variety of campus emergency support services. Our aim is to empower you and to provide you with the tools that you need to succeed and thrive both academically and personally during your college experience.
The Writing Center offers one-on-one or small group assistance with writing free of charge to UNLV students. We offer in-person consultations, as well as synchronous and asynchronous online consultations. Walk-in consultations are available at the Writing Center, but students with appointments receive priority assistance. Students may also ask Quick Questions about writing and schedule appointments by emailing us or sending us a Google Chat at writingcenter@unlv.edu.
Learn more and find a variety of writing handouts and resources on the Writing Center's website.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available by phone, text or chat if you or someone you know is in crisis and in need of support. They are available 24 hours a day and can help individuals with mental health concerns, alcohol or drug use concerns, or provide support if you just need to talk.
There are a number of mental health resources and counseling services offered by the community and UNLV. Students facing severe hardship or in need of special assistance are encouraged to fill out the Student Support Form to get connected to UNLV’s many student support resources. Student Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) also offers a wide range of services to the campus community. You can reach them at 702-895-3627 to schedule an appointment. Students have 24/7 access to Togetherall, a free and anonymous online mental health support community where students can give and receive support and access other mental health assessments and content. Students can also visit the YOU@UNLV website to complete a self-assessment and get personalized wellness information in addition to learning about on-campus resources. The RebelSAFE app and alert messages provide emergency information and instructions to protect yourself during an emergency. To ensure you receive immediate alerts about campus emergencies, update your contact information to receive notifications via text and voicemail on your cell phone. Please continue to check in at UNLV Strong for regular updates to campus operations, campus resources, and other information.