New Jersey § 18a:3b-37
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 18a:3b-37, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18a:3b-37.
a. An institution of higher education shall provide any student who, for reason of a
religious observance, cannot attend a test or examination at its regular administration
with an alternative opportunity to take an equivalent test or examination. The alternative opportunity shall be offered as soon after or before the regular
administration of the test as is possible, and at comparable times, places, and costs. The institution may request that the student provide a written explanation of the
religious conflict signed by a clergyman of the student's place of worship. b. An institution of higher education shall provide any student who, for reason of
a religious observance, cannot attend class on a day when any type of assignment is
due including, but not limited to, papers, presentations, or group assignments, with
an alternative opportunity to complete the assignment. The alternative opportunity shall be offered as soon after or before the regular
due date of the assignment as is possible, and at comparable times, places, and costs. The institution may request that the student provide a written explanation of the
religious conflict signed by a clergyman of the student's place of worship. The institution shall not impose any type of penalty on a student who is unable
to attend class for reason of a religious observance. c. An institution of higher education shall provide any student who, for reason of
a religious observance, is unable to register for courses on a day when students are
eligible to participate in course registration with an alternative opportunity to
register for courses. The alternative opportunity shall be offered as soon after or before the regular
date of course registration as is possible, and at comparable times, places, and costs. The institution may request that the student provide a written explanation of the
religious conflict signed by a clergyman of the student's place of worship.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 18a:3b-37
What does New Jersey Statutes § 18a:3b-37 cover?
Section 18a:3b-37 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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