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It is a perfect solution for a true free elective course but not for courses that satisfy major or minor requirements, which must be graded to satisfy the requirement.

Students may choose to take one course per term on a pass/fail basis.

Complete the  no later than the drop/withdrawal deadline in the academic calendar.

No document is needed if the course is graded pass/fail as a departmental policy.

You can’t repeat a failed course on a pass/fail basis, unless it’s designated as a pass/fail course. You also can’t change your pass/fail declaration back to a letter grade.

Pass grades (P) are A, B and C (including C-); failing grades (F) are D+, D, D and F.

Pass grades (P) are not calculated in the GPA, although the credit hours are included in the total number of hours earned. Failing grades (F) are calculated in the GPA.

If you declare a course pass/fail, you are not entitled to know the regular letter grade.

Yes. Classes offered as pass/fail only do not affect your ability to choose one course as pass/fail in a given term.

No. All prerequisites must be taken for a letter grade, unless you receive department consent to continue to the next course in the sequence.

No. Any course that counts toward a major or minor must be taken for a letter grade.

No. To satisfy Foundations, Breadths, or Proficiencies in the Common Curriculum, you must take the course for a grade.

No. Courses taken to satisfy major or minor requirements must be taken for a grade.

No.

Yes, but the second attempt must be taken for a regular grade, not Pass/Fail.

No. 

Yes. A 3-credit course with a “Pass” counts toward the 12-credit hour requirement, but you must still have a minimum overall ҹɫ����GPA of 2.5.

Policies vary by program; each sets its own requirements. However, most graduate health programs do not accept Pass/P grades. For guidance on how a Pass/P grade may affect your application, consult with an academic or faculty advisor.

It is generally not recommended to take courses as pass/fail if a graded option is available. However, law school admissions officers typically consider more than just GPA, including grade patterns, course difficulty, and overall preparation for law school.

A grade of “P” does not affect your GPA, but it counts toward your total credit hours earned. However, a grade of “F” does impact your GPA. If you’re at risk of losing financial aid due to GPA requirements, a pass/fail course could lower your GPA further if you receive an “F.” 

It‘s recommended to consult with your financial aid counselor to discuss any potential impact on your aid.

The answer depends on the course and your individual situation. You must meet with your assigned ADSA counselor before switching to pass/fail to ensure you meet NCAA and ҹɫ����eligibility requirements.

You should consult with an ISSS advisor before requesting to switch a course to the pass/fail option.

Check with the organization leading the activity to understand any academic requirements needed to maintain eligibility for participation.

Yes. You may petition to have one study abroad course graded as pass/fail. The deadline to submit the Undergraduate Pass/Fail Option Declaration form for ҹɫ����Abroad summer programs is the program’s payment deadline. For January Term classes, the deadline is the second day of the term. Forms are available in the school records offices.

Contact your academic advisor.  

No. However, faculty members are encouraged to give serious consideration to these requests, as the pass/fail option is meant to support students.

Yes. All assignments must be completed.

Yes, if it is appropriate to do so.

No.

Prerequisites must be taken for a letter grade unless the department gives consent to continue to the next course.

Student-athletes must meet with their ADSA counselor to ensure they meet NCAA and ҹɫ����eligibility requirements before switching to pass/fail. Encourage the student to consult with their ADSA counselor.

Students on an F1/J1 visa should consult with their ISSS advisor before petitioning for pass/fail. Encourage the student to check with their ISSS advisor.