Grading System
The following grading system is used at South Texas College:
| Grade | Interpretation | Grade Points Per Cr. Hour |
|---|---|---|
| A | Excellent | 4 |
| B | Good | 3 |
| C | Satisfactory | 2 |
| D | Minimum Passing | 1 |
| F | Failing | 0 |
| I | Incomplete | Not Computed |
| W | Withdrew | Not Computed |
| AUD | Audit | Not Computed |
| CR | Credit Given for | Not Computed |
| N | Non-Credit | Not Computed |
| S | Passing | Not Computed |
| P | Passing | Not Computed |
| NP | Not Passing | Not Computed |
| IP | In Progress | Not Computed |
Certain grades are utilized in specific courses. Each course syllabus will indicate the grades that may be issued for the course.
The grade of "I" (for Incomplete) may be assigned at the discretion of the instructor, in certain circumstances, when a student was unable to complete all requirements necessary to achieve the passing grade level attempted. Students who receive an Incomplete must satisfy all outstanding course requirements as determined by the instructor no later than the end of the next long term (Fall or Spring). Failure to complete all requirements by the end of the next long (Fall or Spring) term will result in a final grade of “F” or “NP” for the course.
With the exception of the "I", all grades are final unless a College error has occurred. Students who wish to dispute a final grade, may do so through a grade appeal process.
When a course is repeated, the most recent grade received will be applied to degree plan requirements, as applicable, and as part of the student’s cumulative grade point average.
South Texas College accepts the responsibility to establish and maintain standards of excellence in the courses taught and to subscribe to the following principles:
- We recognize the need for consistency and fairness in the evaluation of student performance.
- We fully recognize the need to maintain public confidence in the academic integrity of the College.