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Grades

Statement of Policy 

Course grades are based on an evaluation of all assigned and completed coursework. 

Courses taken during PathwayConnect count toward a student's PathwayConnect GPA but do not affect their ultimate BYU-Idaho or Ensign College GPA (if they choose to matriculate into a BYU-Idaho or Ensign program after PathwayConnect). Grades earned from Institutes of Religion do not count toward a student’s GPA. GPA is calculated by taking total earned points divided by earned credits. 

The following table indicates each grade variant with its equivalent grade points:

One Credit of

Equals Grade Points

A 

4.0

A- 

3.7

B+ 

3.4

B 

3.0

B- 

2.7

C+ 

2.4

C 

2.0

C- 

1.7

D+ 

1.4

D 

1.0

D- 

0.7

E 

0.0

F 

0.0

UW 

0.0

CR 

*

I 

*

IP 

*

NC 

*

NR 

*

P 

*.

T 

* 

W 

* 

AU 

**

V 

**



*Does not affect the GPA calculation, but may impact Satisfactory Academic progress.

** Does not affect the GPA calculation, does not impact Satisfactory Academic Progress, and does not  appear on the official transcript. 

  • “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 problems. Demonstrates diligent application of Learning Model principles, including  initiative in serving other students. 

  • “B” represents considerable/significant understanding, application, and incorporation of the  material that 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, understand, and apply course materials. Retaking a course or remediation may be necessary to prepare for additional instruction in this subject matter. 

  • "E" or “F” represents failure in the course. 

  • “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 that began before the last date to withdraw from individual courses without grade earned; and did not complete any work, tests, or class-related assignments after attendance ceased. The “UW”  is calculated into the GPA as a failing grade value. (0.0) 

  • “CR” indicates credit given. 

  • “I” is a conditional grade. (See “Incomplete Grades.”) 

  • “IP” indicates that the course is in progress. 

  • “NC” indicated no credit. 

  • “NR” represents the grade was not reported by the instructor.  

  • “P” represents passing the course and is not calculated into the GPA. 

  • “T” represents a temporary grade that is assigned for courses that do not fall within normal academic deadlines of any given semester (e.g., internships). 

  • “W” represents withdrawal from the class and is not calculated into the GPA. However, if the class is dropped during the first 22 calendar days of a semester, or the first 15 calendar days of a block, no annotation will be made on the permanent academic record.

  • “AU” indicates a course taken for audit. 

  • “V” indicates a course taken for audit. 

Please note: Under some circumstances, students receiving federal financial aid may not be eligible to receive a grade of CR, NC, P, I, W, or V. Consult the Financial Aid Office for additional information  relevant to specific situations. 

APPROVER 
System Exchange Team Executive Group (SETEG)

APPROVAL DATE 
2023.01.23 

POLICY STEWARD 
Curriculum Director 

EXECUTIVE SPONSOR 
Curriculum Vice President 

APPLICABILITY 
This policy applies to all BYU-Pathway Worldwide students.