Grading Scale
Excellent Performance
Performance indicators. This student:
- demonstrates consistent mastery of learning outcomes for the course;
- demonstrates ability to interpret, integrate, and apply learning outcomes beyond the context of the course through application of critical and creative thinking skills;
- completes work assignments that consistently exceed requirements;
- demonstrates consistent leadership in class-participation activities.
| GPA | Percentage |
| 4 | 95 - 100% |
| 3.9 | 93 - 94% |
| 3.8 | 91% - 92% |
| 3.7 | 90% |
| 3.6 | 89% |
Above-Average Performance
Performance indicators. This student:
- demonstrates a high level of competence in learning outcomes for the course;
- demonstrates ability to interpret, integrate, and apply learning outcomes within the context of the course through application of critical and creative thinking skills;
- completes work assignments that consistently meet requirements;
- contributes regularly to class-participation activities
| GPA | Percentage |
| 3.5 | 88% |
| 3.4 | 87% |
| 3.3 | 86% |
| 3.2 | 85% |
| 3.1 | 84% |
| 3 | 83% |
| 2.9 | 82% |
| 2.8 | 81% |
| 2.7 | 80% |
| 2.6 | 79% |
Average Performance
Performance indicators. This student:
- demonstrates an adequate level of competence in learning outcomes for the course;
- demonstrates competent ability to interpret, integrate, and apply learning outcomes within the context of the course;
- completes work assignments that satisfy minimum requirements for the course;
- satisfies minimum requirements for class-participation activities
| GPA | Percentage |
| 2.5 | 78% |
| 2.4 | 77% |
| 2.3 | 76% |
| 2.2 | 75% |
| 2.1 | 74% |
| 2 | 73% |
Minimum Performance
Performance indicators. This student:
- demonstrates minimum competence in some learning outcomes for the course;
- completes work assignments that usually meet minimum requirements;
- contributes inconsistently or infrequently to class-participation activities.
| GPA | Percentage |
| 1.9 | 72% |
| 1.8 | 71% |
| 1.7 | 70% |
| 1.6 | 69% |
| 1.5 | 68% |
| 1.4 | 67% |
| 1.3 | 66% |
| 1.2 | 65% |
| 1.1 | 64% |
| 1 | 61 - 63% |
Unsatisfactory Performance
Performance indicators. This student:
- cannot demonstrate competence in many or fundamental outcomes for the course;
- submits work assignments that frequently do not meet minimum requirements, or does not complete the assigned work;
- does not satisfy minimum requirements for attendance or contribution to class activities.
| GPA | Percentage |
| 0 | < 61% |
Grading Policy
Grading criteria are determined by the instructor. These criteria and how grades are achieved must be shared, in writing, with the student on the first day the student begins class. For courses that are taught within professional-technical programs, grading criteria and policies will be shared in writing with students on the first day that the course is taught. Grading policies must be on file and approved by the instructor's dean.
Grades
Grades will be submitted as decimals which students can convert as follows: (Exceptions where required)
| Decimal Grade | Letter Equivalent |
| 4.0-3.9 | A |
| 3.8-3.5 | A- |
| 3.4-3.2 | B+ |
| 3.1-2.9 | B |
| 2.8-2.5 | B- |
| 2.4-2.2 | C+ |
| 2.1-2.0 | C |
| 1.9-1.5 | C- |
| 1.4-1.2 | D+ |
| 1.1-1.0 | D |
| 0.0 | F |
The following grades can only be submitted for courses that are designated on the course coding sheet as having that option.
Grade Appeal
| Grade Symbol | Grade Definition |
| S | Satisfactory An "S" grade indicates the student satisfactorily completed the intended course outcomes. It is not factored into the quarterly/cumulative grade point average. |
| U | Unsatisfactory The "U" grade indicates the student did not satisfactorily complete the intended course outcomes. It is not factored into the quarterly/cumulative grade point average. |
| Y | In Progress A "Y" grade indicates a student is passing coursework but needs additional instruction and time to complete course outcomes. Students are required to re-enroll for the course and pay any fees. The ‘Y’ remains on the transcript for the quarter assigned, while the final grade will be posted to the quarter in which the student re-enrolled in the course. The ‘Y’ grade earns no credit and is not factored into the quarter/cumulative grade point average. |
| I | Incomplete
When a student is not able to complete a class for extenuating circumstances, an instructor may assign an incomplete. It should be assigned ONLY when there is a reasonable expectation that the student will complete the specified work in the time allowed without additional instructional time. To receive an "I" grade, the student MUST have an “Incomplete Grade Agreement” signed by the student, instructor, and the dean submitted to Enrollment Services prior to the grade being assigned. An ‘I’ grade reverts to the assigned “grade without completion” after one quarter (not including summer) unless otherwise specified on the incomplete grade agreement. An "I" grade may impact the student’s funding eligibility (ex. federal or state financial aid, scholarships, VA, etc.). |
| CR | Credit A "CR" grade indicates the student completed the course with a minimum 2.0 grade point average. It is not factored into the quarterly/cumulative grade point average. |
| NC | No Credit A "NC" grade indicates the student did not complete the course with a minimum 2.0 grade point average. No credit is earned. It is not factored into the quarterly/cumulative grade point average. A ‘NC’ grade may impact the student’s funding eligibility (ex. federal or state financial aid, scholarships, VA, etc.). |
| N | Audit An audit means the student registers on a space-available basis to attend the class and to listen, but not do graded work. The student pays full tuition and fees, but attends class for information only. The "N" grade does not earn credit and does not affect the GPA. Once registered for an audit, the student cannot change to a graded option. |
| R |
Repeating a Course - At the discretion of the college, students with extenuating circumstances may receive permission to enroll in a course for a fourth attempt. These extenuating circumstances may include, but are not limited to, medical or military withdraws as defined in state statute, course required for a certificate or degree with limited or no substitute option, significant break in enrollment, or mandated training for employment. - Variable Credit Courses - A student may enroll in a variable credit course as many times as necessary to complete the entire curriculum and credit value of the course. However, a student may not repeat any portion of a variable credit course that has already been completed. - Students who retake a previously passed course more than once may become ineligible for federal or state financial aid. Students who receive veteran benefits may not be certified for, or receive compensation for, repeating a course they have previously passed. |
| V |
Unofficial Withdrawal |
| W |
Withdrawal A "W" grade may impact the student’s funding eligibility (ex. federal or state financial aid, scholarships, VA, etc.). |
Grade Appeal
A student who feels he did not get the grade he earned must first speak to the instructor
involved. If the dispute is not resolved, the student may file a grade appeal with
the supervising dean.
Grade appeals must be based on:
- Errors were made in calculating or posting the official RTC grade,
- The instructor did not follow the grading criteria outlined in the course syllabus, or
- Grading criteria were not uniformly applied.
A grade appeal MUST be filed within two (2) instructional days of the end of the quarter. A grade appeal filed after one (1) quarter in which the grade was earned, will not be considered. The student will be notified of the result of their grade appeal via email within four (4) instructional days of filing. The Grad Appeal Form can be found on the Student Forms Library page.