University Grading Policy for Graduate Courses

The following grading scale will be used to determine the satisfactory completion of the course (this grading system is taken from the Graduate Degree Programs Bulletin).

Explanation of Grades
Grade Meaning

A (Excellent)

Indicates exceptional achievement.

B (Good)

Indicates extensive achievement.

C (Satisfactory)

Indicates acceptable achievement.

D (Poor)

Indicates only minimal achievement.

F (Failure)

Indicates inadequate achievement, necessitating a repetition of the course to secure credit.

 

The grades of A, B, C, and D will be assigned as follows:

Grade Point Equivalents
Grade
Grade Point Average

4.00 

A-

3.67

B+

3.33

B

3.00

B- 

2.67

C+ 

2.33

C

2.00

1.00

F

0