Academic Credit and Records

The computation of academic averages is based upon the quality points assigned for each grade. The grade of F is included in any computation of scholastic average but the marks of P, W, and I are not. In the computation of the cumulative GPA, a course in which the mark of I has been assigned is not included as hours attempted. When the requirements of the course are completed and the I is changed to a final grade, an appropriate correction is made in the cumulative GPA. Only grades earned at the university awarding the degree (BSU) are counted in the GPA. Credits accepted in transfer are not counted in the GPA.

If a student repeats a course in which a passing grade already has been earned, the subsequent attempt shall not increase the total hours earned toward a degree. The higher grade will count for credit. For the BSU programs, no courses may be repeated while a student is on conditional admission status.

Students who must withdraw from a course are responsible for completing the Application for Withdrawal, which may be obtained online at www.ed.umuc.edu/graduate/forms or from a field representative. Stopping payment on checks for registration fees or not paying at registration does not constitute an official withdrawal nor relieve the student of his or her financial obligation to UMUC Europe. Never attending or ceasing to attend class(es) does not constitute a withdrawal. UMUC Europe cannot accept withdrawals verbally over the telephone.

On the Application for Withdrawal, students must include reasons for the action, obtain all necessary signatures, and submit the form at the education center where they paid their tuition. Students who do not formally withdraw will automatically receive a failing grade and forfeit any refund.

An Application for Withdrawal cannot be initiated after the beginning of the final exam or the last class meeting, whichever comes first. Students in classes that span two terms cannot withdraw after the Friday before the final examination week for these classes. Additional information can be found in the Refund section of this Catalog.

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