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Grading System

All Possible Grades Awarded

Standard Letter Grading—used in GPA calculation

Grade Points
A+

4.0 (highest passing grade)

A 4.0
A- 3.7
B+ 3.3
B 3.0
B- 2.7
C+ 2.3
C 2.0
C- 1.7
D+ 1.3
D 1.0
D-

0.7 (lowest passing grade)

F

0.0 (failing grade)

FN

Given to those students whose lack of attendance is the basis for a failing grade; last date of attendance will be required; will appear on transcript as F.

FNN

Given to those students who never attended the class; will appear on transcript as F.

 Passing Grades—not used in GPA calculation

Grade Description
P Pass
S Satisfactory

Non Standard Grading—not used in GPA calculation

Grade Description
I Incomplete
R

Deferred Grade (For courses which may not be completed in one term)

NC

Course taken on an Audit basis (No Credit)

NR

Grade not yet submitted by the instructor. After instructor submittal, the true grade will replace the NR.

NY

Signifies enrollment in a special program for which credit earned will be recorded when completed. Typically used for courses taken under Study Abroad program

Withdrew from courses—not used in GPA calculation

Grade Description
W

Withdrew after the first week of classes. Grade will appear on transcript

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