Quality Point Average and Graduation
Quality Point Average
A student’s academic standing at the University is measured by the quality point average. To find this QPA, multiply the number of credit hours attempted by the numerical value of the grade (A=4; B+=3.3; etc.) This total is a student’s quality points. Divide this total by the number of credit hours attempted to obtain the quality point average. For example:
| Course |
Credits |
|
Grade |
Quality Points |
| Course 1 |
3 x B+ |
= |
3.3 |
9.9 |
| Course 2 |
3 x B- |
= |
2.7 |
8.1 |
| Course 2 |
3 x A |
= |
4.0 |
12.0 |
|
9 divided into |
30 = 3.33 QPA |
Quality Point Average and Graduation
A 3.0 QPA or “B” average in all graduate and required undergraduate work undertaken at Franciscan University of Steubenville should be maintained by graduate students. In order to qualify for graduation, the student must have a 3.0 average for all graduate courses attempted. According to University policy, graduate students must retake any graduate courses in which they earn less than a grade of “C” (2.0). These are minimum University standards; individual graduate programs may have more stringent requirements.
Final Grade Reports
Faculty submit final grades by deadlines determined by academic policy and the academic calendar. Final grades are not mailed to students or their parents but are available to students online on The Port. Unofficial copies of grades and transcripts may be printed from the student’s online account. Students needing official grade reports for employer reimbursement or other verify must make their request in writing to the Registrar’s Office.