Grading Options

Students who enroll in courses designated "graded or credit option" may request the credit option instead of a letter grade by completing a request form through the Records Office.

Students must choose the credit/option and submit the Pass/No Pass Request Form to the Student Records Office by the specified deadline for each course (see Deadlines and Dates to Remember). Requests can be submitted in person or by mail (mail must be postmarked by the US Post Office by the specified deadline).

Once the pass/no-pass option has been requested, it can’t be reversed.  Therefore, before selecting this option, students should consult with a counselor. Generally, it’s recommended that students select a letter grade in courses satisfying requirements for majors, general education, or for a high school course deficiency.

A maximum of 15 units of pass option coursework earned at an accredited college or university is counted toward the degree requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree.   

Grades of "NP (No Pass)" are considered unsatisfactory and are counted towards progress probation and/or dismissal.

In courses where one performance standard determines unit credit, there’s no option and only a "P" or "NP" is given.