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What is a grade point average (GPA)? A grade point average is a numerical system used to measure how students are doing academically. We'll show you exactly how it works further down.
Are all students evaluated using the same Grade Point Average scale? No, as of September 2002, students in the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science and, the Faculty of Science are evaluated using a different Grade Point Average (GPA) scale, but all students still need a cumulative GPA of 2.00 in order to graduate.
DEFINITIONS 1. Grades: Evaluation of your performance in each course. Letter grades from "A" to "F" are used at Ryerson. Note in the table following that each letter grade has percentage equivalents. 2. Grade points: Each letter grade is equal to a number called a grade point. See the table that follows for the grade point equivalents. 3. Course weights: Each course you take has a weight based on the duration and hours of the course. Most single-term courses have a weight of 1.00. Most multi-term courses have a weight of 2.00. All course weights are identified in the course description section of the calendar. 4. Course Numbers - All Programs Effective Fall 2005 All courses are designated by letters and digits. The three letters identify the subject area. The digits identify a unique course title. Three digits identify single-term course. Two digits and an "A" or "B" identify the first half (A) or second half (B) of a multi-term course. No grade is given until completion of both A and B parts of any multi-term course. Examples:
Single-term courses were referred to as one-term courses and multi-term courses as two-term courses. Two-term courses were identified by the placement of a zero (0) as the first digit followed by any two numbers. Examples:
Are all my grades used to calculate my grade point average? No. Here are the exceptions:
Does every student have a grade point average? Every student enrolled in an undergraduate program has a grade point average, but only after you have taken three or more graded courses at Ryerson. How is my grade point average calculated if I repeat a course? If you repeat any course for which you have already received a grade, the grade you received the first time you took the course will no longer count in your GPA. FOR EXAMPLE: In Fall 2010 Jane took FIN 401 and received a "C" grade. She decided to try to upgrade, so she took FIN 401 again in Winter 2011. This time she received a "D" grade. Only the second grade, the "D," will be counted in her cumulative grade point average. What if I repeat a course to upgrade, but then fail the course? If at least one of the course attempts results in a passing grade, the course will count towards graduation curriculum requirements, regardless of the sequence of grades earned. However, only the last course is calculated in your grade point average. What if I replace a course with a similar but not identical course?
Can I upgrade my grade point average for Graduate School? You cannot upgrade your program grade point average once you have graduated from Ryerson. Graduating closes off all numerical calculations on your academic record. It is possible for you to return as a Special Student or as a continuing education student and take credit courses that will be included on your official transcript, but the grades achieved will not be included in your program cumulative grade point average. Many graduate schools factor in courses completed after graduation. Check with your intended graduate school. What is an FNA, and how does it affect my grade point average? An FNA grade "(failed for non attendance)" is a failed grade assigned for enrolling, but not attending a course. This grade has a grade point average of 0, and will be calculated in your GPA, and has the same effect as an F. What is a DEF, and how does it affect my grade point average? A DEF grade is an interim grade assigned during the investigation of academic misconduct. The DEF grade will be replaced by an official course grade upon resolution of the matter. This grade is not calculated in your grade point average. What is an F-S and how does it affect my grade point average? An F-S is given for a marginal failure that you can raise to a pass by writing a redeemable failure exam.
How does an F-S affect my Academic Standing? When you get an F-S, you are given a "provisional" Academic Standing that calculates the F-S as a failure and gives you zero grade points for that course. If you pass the exam, your standing will be changed accordingly.
What do I do when I get an F-S? You must contact your professor and/or the teaching department about when the redeemable failure exam will be scheduled.
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How do I calculate my grade point average? Step One: Write down the grade points for each grade you have received at Ryerson (except for first attempts at courses you have repeated). Multiply each by its course weight. For example: If you receive a "C" in a course with a weight of one, write down 2.00. If you receive a "C" in a course with a weight of two, write down 4.00). See the table below for grade point equivalents. Add the products together. Step Two: Write down the course weight for each of the courses you have taken, except for first attempts of courses you have repeated. Add together the course weights. Step Three: Divide the total grade points by the total course weights and voilą! your cumulative grade point average.
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