You may elect to be graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (Pass/Fail) basis in any course designated in your academic program as “Unrestricted Elective.”
You must notify the Enrollment Services Office of your intention at the time of registration. Grades received in these courses will be entered on your transcript as “P” or “F.” Credit towards graduation will be given for no more than four courses taken under this option. Because course transferability may be affected by this option, you should consult with your academic advisor prior to choosing this method.
Pass/Fail Options for the Fall 2020, Winter 2020, and Spring 2021 Semesters
Pass/Fail is a Fall 2020, Winter 2020 and Spring 2021 policy allowing students to elect special grade notations in place of traditional grades. The purpose of the Pass/Fail is to exclude grades you do not wish reflected in your GPA.
Pass/Fail Grade Conversion
- A = CRT
- A- = CRT
- B+ = CRT
- B = CRT
- B- = CRT
- C+ = CRT
- C = CRT
- C- = CR
- D+ = CR
- D = CR
- D- = CR
- F = NCE
- W = No credit awarded
Exceptions
Please consult with your advisors or graduation auditor prior to invoking the Pass/Fail option.
- Programs that require licensure, accreditation, and/or selective admissions (e.g., Veterinary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Nursing, and misc. Allied Health), cannot/may not apply or use these options.
- These notations will not/may not work with some TAP transfer programs, such as Social Work.
- Veterans should consult with the Veteran’s Coordinator on campus to determine if these notations are options before switching.
- These notations may not work for changes of major, transfer programs, prerequisite courses, and satisfactory progress.
- Students who, by choosing this option, will accumulate a total of more than 15 credits of Pass, CR, or CRT grades: a student may only apply up to 15 credits of Pass, CR, or CRT grades to a degree. Students should only apply for this option for up to 15 credits of Pass, CR, or CRT grades.
If you have any questions, consult with your advisors or with the Admissions Departments at your transfer college/university, as some institutions may not accept the pass/fail options with transfer.
What does CRT, CR, NCE or W mean?
CRT
- Stands for Credit for transfer.
- Students earn credit for the classes being awarded.
- Count towards approved majors and general education courses and electives. Please consult with your Program Coordinators prior to electing this option, as these notations will not work for all programs, such as Vet Tech, Rad Tech, misc. Allied Health, and some transfer programs.
- Will satisfy prerequisite requirement though in some cases a grade above C will gain the student additional advantages and may serve as a prerequisite.
Will it transfer?
- Will transfer and apply to major and general education requirements at any CSCU institution with or without the completion of an Associate Degree.
- May not transfer outside of the CSCU. Contact your transfer institution prior to invoking the Pass/Fail.
CR
- Stands for credit. Students earn credit for the class being awarded.
- Counts towards general education courses.
- May not meet program or prerequisite requirements.
Will it transfer?
- Will convert to CR (or Credit) with credit for the class being awarded
- Counts for general education courses but may not meet major course or prerequisite requirements. This may not apply to courses that require a specific grade, such as C, to pass.
NCE
- No credit earned.
- Will not meet program or prerequisite requirements.
Will it transfer?
- Will not fulfill any requirements and is not transferrable.
Important Dates When Considering Pass/Fail
For courses completed Fall 2020: application is open December 23, 2020 through January 8, 2021, or until a credential is awarded, whichever is earlier.
For courses completed Winter 2020: application is open between January 25, 2021 through February 8, 2021, or until a credential is awarded, whichever is earlier.
For courses completed Spring 2021: application is open May 25, 2021 through June 8, 2021 or until a credential is awarded, whichever is earlier.
Questions
Should I talk with my advisor or graduation auditor prior to invoking the Pass/Fail?
Yes, there are some programs, such as selective admissions (Vet Tech, Rad Tech, misc. Allied Health), that cannot or may not use these notations. These notations may also not work for changes of major, transfer programs (e.g., Social Work), prerequisite courses, satisfactory progress, or for Veterans who are on financial aid.
If you are planning to transfer, please consult with the Admissions Dept. of your transfer institution, as these options may not transfer.
If I am graduating in Fall 2020 or Spring 2021, can I invoke the Pass/Fail?
Yes, you can, but please consult your advisor or graduation auditor prior to invoking the Pass/Fail option, as some programs and courses cannot or may not use these options.
When will the Pass/Fail be reflected on my transcript?
Final grades for the Fall 2020 semester will be posted on December 21, 2020. The Registrar’s Office will begin processing Pass/Fail requests starting January 11, 2021 through January 15, 2021.
Final GPAs for the Fall 2020 semester will be recalculated after all conversions are completed no later than January 15, 2021.
Final grades for the Winter 2020 semester will be posted on January 20, 2021. The Registrar’s Office will begin processing Pass/Fail requests starting February 9, 2021 through February 12, 2021.
Final GPAs for the Winter 2020 semester will be recalculated after all conversions are completed no later than February 12, 2021.
Final grades for the Spring 2021 semester will be posted on May 20, 2021. The Registrar’s Office will begin processing Pass/Fail requests starting June 9, 2021 through June 14, 2021.
Final GPAs for the Spring 2021 semester will be recalculated after all conversions are completed no later than June 14, 2021.
Where can you find more information on Pass/Fail?
