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GRADE POINTS
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| A | Superior | 4.00 |
| A- | 3.67 | |
| B+ | 3.33 | |
| B | 3.00 | |
| B- | 2.67 | |
| C+ | 2.33 | |
| C | Average | 2.00 |
| C- | 1.67 | |
| D+ | 1.33 | |
| D | 1.00 | |
| D- | .67 | |
| F | Failure | 0 |
| G | Progress | ° |
| X | Audit | ° |
| I | Incomplete | ° |
| W | Withdrawal | ° |
| P | Pass ("C" grade or better) | ° |
| N | No Credit | ° |
° This grade is not computed in either the semester or accumulative grade point averages.
The Grade of “G” (Progress)
In Study Skills, Writing Skills, and Math ONLY (STSK 98, 99; ENGL 97; MATH 97, 98), a grade of “G” may be awarded. The grade of “G” is not computed in semester or cumulative grade point averages. The grade means you have made progress in skills development, but are advised to take another semester of work in developmental courses to be prepared for the next level class or general associate degree course work.
A “G” in STSK 98 = take STSK 99
A “G” in ENGL 97 = take ENGL 99
A “G” in MATH 97 or 98 = take MATH 99 or 100
A “P” in MATH 97 or 98 = take MATH 101
A “G” in ENGL 97 = take ENGL 99
A “G” in MATH 97 or 98 = take MATH 99 or 100
A “P” in MATH 97 or 98 = take MATH 101
The Grade of “X” (Audit)
If you wish to attend class, but do not desire credit or a grade, you may elect to audit a class. Should you audit courses, you are required to pay the same tuition and fees as those taking courses for credit. A change from credit status to audit status must be made before seven-eighths (7/8) of the duration of the class has elapsed. A grade of “X” will be recorded on your academic record.
A change from audit to credit status can be made provided it is by mutual consent of the instructor and you. Such a change must be made before seven-eighths (7/8) of the duration of the course has elapsed. Course requirements must have been completed prior to the request for this change.
The Grade of “I” (Incomplete)
A grade of “I” will be awarded only when the instructor has determined that illness, unavoidable absence, or extenuating circumstances have prevented you from completing all course requirements. Remaining course requirements must be completed within one calendar year, if you desire a change of this grade. If the course requirements are not completed, the “I” grade will remain on your academic record. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor issuing the grade for completion of the remaining course requirements.
The Grade of “W” (Withdrawal)
The academic record of a student who drops a class after registering, but prior to the refund deadline, will not be affected. After the refund period, but prior to seven-eighths (7/8) of the duration of a class, a grade of “W” (withdrawal) will be entered on your academic record for each class withdrawal.
During the final one-eighth (1/8) of the duration of a class, a grade of “F” (failure) will be entered on your academic record for each class withdrawal.
If you discontinue class attendance and do not formally submit a Course Withdrawal form or letter of withdrawal, the instructor will assign a final grade based upon progress toward completion of the course objectives.
The Grades of “P” and “N” (Pass and Not Pass)
The grade of “P” or “N” is an option in the following courses: English 120, 151, 152, and 153; Human Services 185 and 186; all physical education-activity; and Political Science 200, 201, and 202. If you select the “P” or “N” option, you must notify the instructor before the midpoint of the course.
The following courses shall be graded on a “P” or “N” basis: Criminal Justice 110, 207, 212, 213, and 299; Math 97, 98; Music 170; Physical Therapist Assistant 221, 224, 225, and 226; Radiography 227; Study Skills 99; course work in Industrial Trades; and selected courses in Emergency Medical Technician and lifelong learning.
You should be aware that an “N” grade on your academic record may jeopardize your ability to transfer, since many colleges and universities consider this grade a failure.
Calculating a Grade Point Average
The grades of “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” and “F” have associated grade points. To determine the total number of points earned in a class, the points are multiplied by the semester hours of credit for the class. For example, a grade of “A” earned in a 3 credit hour class would produce 12 grade points (4 points x 3 credits).
Both the semester and cumulative grade point averages are determined by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of semester hours of credit attempted. In this calculation, grades of “G,” “X,” “I,” “W,” “P,” and “N” are excluded.
Your grade report and academic record reflect the following semester and cumulative totals: credit hours attempted, credit hours earned, credit hours used in calculating the grade point average, and grade point average.