CHANGE OF GRADE
It is the student's obligation to verify the transcript change when an incomplete grade is to be replaced with a final grade. A Change of Grade Form, signed by the instructor, must be received in the Registrar's Office before a change is posted to the permanent record.
Grades, once turned in, may be changed by instructors only upon demonstration of clerical error, and by completion of Change of Grade Form within the next semester after the grade was given. All failing (F) grades will be final.
Grades used to meet graduation requirements cannot be changed after the degree is posted.
If an incomplete (I) grade is not replaced by a final grade within the following semester or the date indicated on the Removal of Incomplete Form or for which the instructor of record has not extended the date on the Contract for Removal of Incomplete filed in the Registrar’s Office the incomplete will be changed to an F (failure).
GRADING AND EVALUATIONS
The quality of the student's work is reported to the Department Chair at mid-term if it is at a D or F level. Mid-term warning reports may be issued and are used as a basis for advising students.
Final grades are determined by the combined results of assignments, examinations, class attendance and participation, and mastery of the subject evidenced by ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form. The following letter grades and grade points per credit are used to denote the quality of a student's work.
Grade
|
Description |
Grade Points |
| A |
Excellent |
4.00 |
| A- |
|
3.70 |
| B+ |
|
3.30 |
| B |
Above Average |
3.00 |
| B- |
|
2.70 |
| C+ |
|
2.30 |
| C |
Average |
2.00 |
| C- |
|
1.70 |
| D+ |
|
1.30 |
| D |
Below Average |
1.00 |
| D- |
|
0.70 |
| F |
Failure |
0.00 |
| P/NP |
The Pass/Non-Pass (P/NP) option is usually reserved for elective courses with the advisor's approval and signature and only within the ADD period of each semester. The P grade indicates that a grade of A, B, C, or D was earned. Additionally, P/NP grade is given for courses as noted in the catalog description. It is recommended that faculty indicate the A, B, C, or D equivalent under “Comments” on the final class roster.
|
| I |
An incomplete grade indicates that the student, for a serious reason approved by the instructor, the Department Chair, and the Provost/AAVP, has not completed all required course work by the end of the semester and has a reasonable probability of passing the course when all requirements are completed. A Contract for Removal of Incomplete Grade Form specifies the requirements to complete the course and change the grade. An incomplete cannot be converted to a passing grade after a maximum of one semester starting from the last day of the regular course. A fee will be assessed. (An instructor-initiated mark)
|
| IP |
In Progress – Grade given only in the case of a course offered that spans more than one semester as designated by the University. Does not replace an incomplete grade
|
| WX |
Unofficial withdrawal is assigned only in cases where a student registers but ceases attending without officially applying for withdrawal or for which official withdrawal after deadline (WA) is not approved. WX is computed as an F. A WX grade does not exempt a student from financial obligations incurred at registration. (An instructor or administration-initiated mark)
|
| WA |
An Administrative Withdrawal, WA, is assigned in those cases where a student registers but never attends or where students experience trauma of such proportions (not reflecting on their academic ability or seriousness of purpose) that they are incapable of continuing. A WA situation does not necessarily exempt a student from the financial obligation incurred at registration. The request for WA is made in writing to the Registrar before the final two weeks of a course. (An administration-initiated mark)
|
| AU |
Permission to audit is granted at registration by the Registrar for only non-laboratory courses and on condition that space is available.
|
| NR |
Grade has not been reported.
|
| NC |
Non-credit course
|
GRADE POINT AVERAGE
The grade point average (GPA) is computed by dividing the total number of grade points by the total number of credits granted for courses taken at Heritage University. The letter grades P, NP, I, WA, and AU are not computed in the GPA and, except for the P grade, are not counted as credits applicable to a degree or certificate department. The WX grade is computed as an F grade in the GPA. Grade point averages are computed on both a cumulative and a semester basis.
GRADE REPORTS
Grade reports are mailed at the end of each term to all students at the address supplied at registration. Grade reports returned because of incorrect address are retained for only one semester and then destroyed.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Dean's List
At the end of each semester (summer term excluded), full-time, matriculated undergraduates who have earned semester grade point averages of 3.50 or better, who do not have grades of I, F or WX, and have at least 12 credits of courses above the 100 level graded with a weighted grade, are placed on the University and National Dean's List. This distinction is noted on the permanent record (transcript).
Academic Achievement List
At the end of each semester, full-time or part-time matriculated undergraduates who have earned semester grade point averages of 3.00 or better and do not have a grade of I, WX, or F are placed on the Academic Achievement list.
Who's Who Among Students in AmericanUniversities and Colleges
Full-time seniors and graduates whose academic standing, participation in extracurricular activities, and community services are above average are selected by a committee, according to the University's quota, for the Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges Department .
Graduation/Commencement Honors
Baccalaureate honors (summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laude) are awarded to graduates receiving a first baccalaureate degree. These honors are awarded to those students who have completed no fewer than 64 credits at Heritage University and who have the following cumulative grade point averages:
Summa Cum Laude, 3.90-4.00
Magna Cum Laude, 3.60-3.89
Cum Laude, 3.30-3.59
Honor cords are worn at graduation if no 'I' grades are on the record by graduation day.
An Academic Excellence award is presented by the Board of Directors to the Toppenish campus graduate receiving a Baccalaureate degree who has the highest cumulative GPA based on credits obtained from Heritage University. The graduate must have completed a minimum of 64 credits at Heritage University.
An Award of Distinction is presented by the President's Council to the Toppenish campus graduate receiving a Baccalaureate degree and fulfilling the following criteria:
1. At least a cumulative GPA of 3.00 based on credits obtained at Heritage University.
2. Completion of a minimum of 64 credits at Heritage University.
3. Contribution to the betterment of Heritage University in some way.
4. Active interest in student affairs, i.e., student government, tutoring, and unselfish assistance to the need of other Heritage students.
INCOMPLETE GRADE
An incomplete grade (I) is given when the student, for a serious reason approved by the instructor, the Department Chair, and the Provost/AAVP, has not completed all required course work by the end of the semester and has a reasonable probability of passing the course when all the requirements are completed. A Contract for Removal of Incomplete Grade Form specifies the requirements to complete the course and change the grade. An incomplete cannot be converted to a passing grade after a maximum of one semester starting from the last day of the regular course.
If incomplete grades are not replaced by a final grade within the following semester or the date indicated on the Removal of Incomplete Form or for which the instructor of record has not extended the date on the Contract for Removal of Incomplete filed in the Registrar’s Office, the incomplete will be changed automatically to an F (Failure) or the grade indicated on the contract. The total time an Incomplete may be extended is one year from the date of the original course. A fee will be assessed.