Sick Notes for UNB & STU Students: Exam Deferral Guide (2026)

Need a sick note for a UNB or STU exam deferral? Here's what each university requires and how to get documentation fast.

Sick Notes for UNB & STU Students

Whether you're at the University of New Brunswick or St. Thomas University in Fredericton, here's what you need for exam deferrals and academic accommodations.

UNB Requirements

  • Medical certificate required for exam deferrals

  • Must state: dates of illness, inability to write exam

  • Accepted from: Any CPSNB-registered physician

  • Deadline: Within 3 business days of missed exam

  • Submit to: Academic Advisor or Registrar's Office


STU Requirements

  • Medical documentation for exam deferrals

  • Must confirm illness on exam date

  • Accepted from: Any registered physician

  • Deadline: Within 48 hours

  • Submit to: Registrar's Office


Getting a Sick Note During Exams

The problem: During exams, Fredericton's limited walk-in clinics are even busier. Wait times can exceed 4 hours.

Online option: MedLetter provides same-day notes that meet both UNB and STU requirements:

  • $49 flat fee

  • CPSNB-registered physician

  • Delivered to email within hours

  • Includes all required information


Tips for Students

  • Get documentation ASAP — don't wait until the deadline

  • One note can cover multiple exams on the same day

  • Keep copies for your records

  • Submit through official university channels


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