P/N Grading
This grading system is determined by the instructor of the course and is used for enrichment or skill-building courses such internships or seminars where credit is available. You CANNOT elect to take a class Pass/No Credit, instead selected courses will be available only as P/N. As a bonus, P/N classes do not affect your GPA.
If you are concerned about your performance in a class but perhaps you’re still doing well enough that WITHDRAWAL is not warranted, you should talk with your advisor about S/U grading which, when used strategically, can help to preserve your GPA and, if you earn a S (Satisfactory) will still give you a passing score for a required class.
S/U Grading
S/U stands for Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading. The last day to change your grading status in a class from the standard A-F grading to S/U is Friday, November 11. If you want to do this, visit the Student Services Office in Peavy 140 and ask for a Change of Grading Basis form. Fill it out and take it to your advisor for the required signature. You CANNOT take a class for your major on the S/U system. Also remember that if a Baccalaureate Core class is counted towards your major, that can’t be taken on an S/U basis either. There is a university limit of 36 credits that can be taken S/U. Your best bet, talk with your advisor! They’re here to help!
This week’s photo is by Luke Pangle of the South Sister.
