GPA Calculation and Repeated Courses
GPA is calculated by multiplying the credit hours for each course by the grade points earned, totaling the points for all courses, and dividing by the total credit hours attempted.
When a course is repeated, the highest grade earned is used in the program GPA calculation. If the most recent attempt resulted in a grade of "W" (Withdrew) or "AU" (Audit), the previous grade is used instead.
A grade of "I" (Incomplete) not corrected to a letter grade by mid-term of the following semester automatically converts to "F". Grades of "W" and "AU" are not included in the calculation of grade point averages.
Source: Grade Point Calculation Procedure & Repeated Course Policy, 2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook — verified Aug 2026
Academic Standing: Probation and Dismissal
A student who maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better is considered in good academic standing.
A student who fails to maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA is placed on academic probation. A student who fails to attain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA in the next semester of attendance after being placed on probation is subject to academic dismissal.
Source: Academic Standing Policy, 2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook — verified Aug 2026
GPA Requirement for Graduation
A program grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher is required for graduation. A minimum grade of "C" may be required for progress from specified courses to more advanced courses.
Source: Graduation, 2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook — verified Aug 2026
Graduation Honors
Students who achieve a final GPA of 4.0 in their declared program of study are provided honor cords to wear at commencement.
Source: Graduation, 2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook — verified Aug 2026
Transfer Credit and GPA
Transfer credit is recorded on the permanent record with a grade of "TR", "TRA", "TRB", or "TRC" as applicable. These hours are not computed in the grade point average.
Source: Transferring and Awarding Credit Procedure, 2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook — verified Aug 2026