Grading System

Grades are determined by each instructor based upon an evaluation of all assigned and completed course work. Classroom / laboratory participation, mastery of subject matter, and promise of continuing success in sequential courses in related fields are all criteria used to evaluate progress.

"A" represents outstanding understanding, application, and integration of subject material and extensive evidence of original thinking, skillful use of concepts, and ability to analyze and solve complex problem. Demonstrates diligent application of Learning Model principles, including initiative in serving other students.

 

"B" represents considerable/significant understanding, application, and incorporation of the material which would prepare a student to be successful in next level courses, graduate school, or employment. The student participates in the Learning Model as applied in the course.

 

"C" represents sufficient understanding of subject matter. The student demonstrates minimal initiative to be prepared for class. Sequenced courses could be attempted, but mastering new materials might prove challenging. The student participates only marginally in the Learning Model.

 

"D" represents poor performance and initiative to learn and understand and apply course materials. Retaking a course or remediation may be necessary to prepare for additional instruction in this subject matter.

 

"F" represents failure in the course.

 

"W" represents a withdrawal from the class. However, if the class is dropped during the first 22 calendar days (including weekends and holidays) of a semester, or the first 15 calendar days of a block, no annotation will be made on the permanent academic record.

 

"UW" represents an unofficial withdrawal which is given to a student who meets the following criteria: Did not complete proper withdrawal procedures; has record of non-attendance; did not complete any work, tests, or class related assignments after attendance ceased; or the record of non-attendance did not begin after the last date to drop classes without grades earned. The "UW" is calculated into the GPA as a failing grade value (0.0).

 

"I" is a conditional grade. (See "Incomplete Grades" below.)

 

"T" represents the grade was not reported by the instructor. A student receiving a "T" grade should contact the instructor to request that a valid grade be submitted to the Student Records and Registration Office.

UW vs. F

A "UW" grade is appropriate when all of the following criteria are met:

1. The student did not complete proper withdrawal procedures from the course (i.e., did not drop the class within the established academic deadlines).
2. The student has a record of non-attendance.
3. The student did not complete any work, tests, or class-related assignments after attendance ceased.
4. The student's record of non-attendance began before the last date to drop classes without receiving the grade earned.

An "F" grade is appropriate if:

1. The student does not have a record of non-attendance and the student's academic performance warrants a failing grade or
2. The student's record of non-attendance began after the last date to drop a class without receiving the grade earned.

BYU-Idaho Grade Variant