Other Non-Academic Complaints

The administration, faculty and staff of Eastern International College maintain an open-door policy for students to voice their concerns or complaints. Any student, who has a grievance or complaint, should follow the grievance protocol, as outlined below:

Level 1: The student attempts to handle the grievance with the applicable official in a calm, professional manner.

Level 2: If the grievance cannot be settled at this level, the student may request intervention from the Department Chair.

Level 3: The Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs convene a committee to review the grievance. The student who filed the grievance will be asked to submit all supporting documents and may be asked to appear in person if the committee decides it is necessary. The Vice President for Academic Affairs informs the student of the committee’s decision.

Level 4: If a student does not feel that the College has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the President if it was not resolved by the academic committee.

Level 5: If a student does not feel that the College has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. The Student Complaint Procedure is as follows: