THE GRADING SYSTEM

All institutions of the University System of Georgia shall use a 4.0 grade point average system. The following grades are approved for use in institutions of the University System of Georgia and are included in the determination of the grade point average:

The following symbols are approved for use in the cases indicated, but will not be included in the determination of the grade point average.

I           —        This symbol indicates that a student was producing satisfactory work, but for non-academic reasons beyond his/her control, was unable to meet the full requirements of the course. If an “I” is not satisfactorily removed after twelve months, the Registrar will change the symbol “I” to the grade “F.” “I’s” cannot be removed by re-enrolling in and completing a course.

W        —        This symbol indicates that a student was permitted to withdraw without penalty. Withdrawals without penalty will not be permitted after the mid-point of the semester except in cases of hardship as determined by the Registrar in consultation with the advisor and/or counselor.

S          —        This symbol indicates that credit has been given for completion of degree requirements other than academic course work. The use of this symbol is approved for dissertation and thesis hours, student teaching, clinical practicum, internship, and proficiency requirements in graduate programs. Exceptions to the use of this symbol for academic course work must be submitted to the Chancellor for approval.

U         —        This symbol indicates unsatisfactory performance in an attempt to complete degree requirements other than academic course work. The use of this symbol is approved for dissertation and thesis hours, student teaching, clinical practicum, internship, and proficiency requirements in graduate programs. Exceptions to the use of this symbol for academic course work must be submitted to the Chancellor for approval.

V         —        This symbol indicates that a student was given permission to audit the course. Students may not transfer from audit to credit status.

K         —        This symbol indicates that a student was given credit for the course via a credit-by-examination program approved by the respective institution’s faculty. (CLEP, AP, Proficiency, etc.)