Waiver of English 302

General Information

Students who meet all eligibility requirements may apply for a waiver of ENGH 302. The waiver is a two-stage process:

1. Portfolio Stage: Students submit a portfolio of three writing samples that meet specific requirements and demonstrate specific English 302 learning outcomes.

2. Exam Stage: Students take a 90-minute written assessment (using Honorlock) on knowledge and skills relevant to specific English 302 learning outcomes. 

Students must pass both the portfolio and the exam to be granted a waiver.

Submission Information

The Composition Program accepts portfolios in the fall from September 1 to October 15 and in the spring from February 1 to March 15. 

Note that the combined duration of the portfolio review and, for those eligible, the exam review, is approximately 6-8 weeks. Students who submit portfolios near the end of a submission window should be aware that portfolio review may extend through the remainder of the semester. As a result, students who are approved to proceed to the exam stage may not be able to complete the exam until the following semester. Submitting earlier in the window increases the likelihood of completing both stages within the same term.

Also note that all student submissions are subject to Academic Standards.

Interested students who meet all eligibility requirements (and who have samples that meet all portfolio requirements) should contact Dr. Jennifer Ann Janisch, Associate Director of Advanced Composition.