The cumulative Regents’ grade
point average (RGPA) in each institution of the University System of Georgia
will be calculated by dividing the number of hours scheduled in all courses
attempted in which a grade of A, B, C, D, F, or WF has been received into the number
of grade points earned on those hours scheduled. Only grades earned in courses
numbered 1000 or higher are included in the RGPA, and if a course is repeated,
all grades are included in the RGPA calculation.
Institutional
Courses. These are courses which
are numbered below 1000 and are, therefore, not bound by the Uniform Grading
System. The main difference is that a non-punitive grade of “IP” may be
assigned if a student strives but fails to progress sufficiently enough to earn
a “C” or higher grade. An “IP” indicates considerable progress was made but not
sufficient for a “C” or better. An “F” is appropriate if the student fails to
put forth sufficient effort through lack of class attendance and participation.
The institutional grade point
average (IGPA) is similar to the RGPA except that all credits, including
institutional (Learning Support) credits, are included and only the most recent
grade earned for repeated courses will be used in the IGPA calculation. The
IGPA will be used to determine academic standing at ABAC. However, other
institutions may use the RGPA for determining the admission status for transfer
students. In addition, only the RGPA will be utilized for determining academic
Honors status at the College.
The graduation grade point
average (GGPA) is calculated at the time of graduation. The GGPA will include
only the grades earned in courses which satisfy degree requirements. If a
course is repeated, this GPA includes only the grade earned in the most recent
attempt.