Medical Laboratory Science Clinical Training Handbook 2021-2022

Late Assignments

Due dates for assignments are clearly stated on the current term Lecture & Assignment Schedule.  It is the student’s responsibility to follow the schedule, and to communicate with the instructor in a timely manner if unable to turn the assignment in on time.  Late is defined as after the beginning of the class period for on-ground classes, and after midnight the date the assignment is due for blended or online classes.  Late penalties are assigned as described below:

  • 1 day late – 10% reduction
  • 2-4 days late – 25% reduction
  • 5-7 days late – 50% reduction
  • >7 days late – no credit given

The instructor may waive the penalty for a late assignment at their discretion provided that the student has communicated in a timely manner and evidence or documentation of the circumstance causing late submission of work is provided.