Final Exams

To support thousands of students and hundreds of courses across our classroom portfolio, final exam scheduling follows a coordinated process.

1. Review Scheduling Updates

At the beginning of each fall and spring semester, HSCS shares Scheduling Updates with important dates, deadlines, and reminders about final exam scheduling.

2. Submit Your Classroom Request

If your course will hold an in-person final exam, complete the Final Exam Request form by the published deadline.

If no request is submitted, HSCS will assume your final assessment will be conducted online or in a departmental space.

3. Classroom Assignments Are Reviewed

Our team reviews requests and assigns classrooms based on:

• Adherence to the University's scheduling examinations policy. 
• The location in which the course takes place during the applicable term
• Course enrollment and special exam capacity requests
• Accessibility needs
• Required classroom technology
• Specialized instructional requirements
• Overall availability of shared classroom space

4. Updates Are Communicated

If changes become necessary after your request has been submitted, we'll work with you to identify available options and communicate any updates as quickly as possible.

Submitting complete information early helps us provide the best classroom match for your final exam.

When planning your request, consider:

• Expected exam enrollment
• The length of time required for the exam
• Technology requirements
• Accessibility accommodations
• Any specialized classroom features needed for testing
• Potential scheduling conflicts that should be communicated

Before Final Exam Week

• HSCS shares scheduling communications and important deadlines.
• Schools submit requests for in-person final exams.
• Classroom assignments are reviewed and confirmed.

During Final Exam Week

• Scheduled classrooms are available for approved final exams.
• If unexpected classroom issues arise, our team is available to provide support and help minimize disruptions.

Do I need to submit a request for every final exam?

Only if your course requires an in-person classroom. Courses without a submitted Final Exam Request are assumed to administer their final exam online.

Can I change my final exam after submitting my request?

Yes. Changes to exam dates, times, or classroom assignments should be submitted through the Final Exam Request form. Requests will be reviewed based on classroom availability.

Where can I view the University final exam schedule?

The University publishes the official final exam schedule each semester. Use the schedule to verify your assigned exam date and time before submitting any changes.

Who lets students know where their exam is?

Schools and academic programs are responsible for communicating final exam locations and details to their students. If multiple rooms or exam times are requested, requests for each unique room and exam time should be submitted separately.