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Fall 2021 Academic Policies

This fall we return to our regular deadlines and grading systems. These guidelines are as follows:


  • Dropping a course or four credits by the 10th week of classes for a mark of W.

  • A mark of Pass indicates that a student earned a C- or better. Prior to Spring 2021, Pass indicated a grade of D- or better. An emergency policy changed the Pass to a C-, and the Senate will vote this fall on keeping the higher grade requirement. 

  • All other aspects of the regular Pass/Fail grading options will apply this fall. Students may elect to take one class with the Pass/Fail grading method per semester, for a total of 12 credits during their undergraduate career, but the P/F course cannot meet major, minor, or General Education requirements. Students must have earned 30 credits (at least 15 of those credits should be from the University of Maryland) and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Students must select their grading method for a course by the last day of the schedule adjustment period.  


Be familiar with the undergraduate Course Related Policies and Resources so you are aware of your rights and responsibilities.