Q. How far in advance should a student request accommodations?

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There is no set formula for when a student should request an accommodation from a faculty member. For purposes of test taking, accommodations can be provided for a student with a disability by ODS or by a faculty member, instructor of a course, or his/her designee.  If a faculty member chooses to administer an exam he/she is responsible for providing the student with the requested accommodations.  If the ODS will be administering the exam, the student must complete the request and submit it through the web based ODS Testing Accommodation System for Students at least 48 hours (two business days) before the time the test is scheduled to begin.  This advanced notice enables the ODS to ensure the availability of a proctor and room for testing.  After the student completes the on-line request it will be automatically forwarded to the faculty member assigned to the course for review.  The Testing Accommodation System for Faculty and should be utilized by the faculty member to manage the testing request.  When testing at the ODS, all students are closely monitored to ensure the utmost security.   The Faculty Testing Guidelines provide additional information on the testing accommodation process.