Retroactive Grading Basis Change (letter grade to credit/no credit) for Spring 2021 Undergraduate Courses

The University of Akron will implement a credit/no credit (CR/NCR) policy for undergraduate courses for the spring semester 2021.

Beginning May 12, 2021, students will be able to submit a change of grading basis form electronically for each course where a change to CR/NCR is desired. Students should carefully review their final grades before submitting a change of grading basis request. For undergraduate courses, an earned grade of A through C- would be changed to Credit (CR) and a grade of D+ through F would be changed to No Credit (NCR). In the case of general education courses, an earned grade of D+, D or D- will earn credit for the course, but a grade of No Credit (NCR) will not earn credit for the course. For spring semester 2021, some undergraduate courses have been identified as ineligible for a grading basis change and are listed here. Students enrolled in ineligible courses will be notified by the instructor and/or academic department.

Any student interested in requesting a change in grading basis retroactively for one or more spring 2021 undergraduate courses must complete the credit/no credit change form in its entirety and submit it the Office of the University Registrar at registrar@uakron.edu from a valid University email account (@uakron.edu or @zips.uakron.edu). The form may be completed and signed electronically.

Requests for CR/NCR will be accepted by the University Registrar through 5:00pm, Friday, May 28, 2021. After this deadline, changes may not be reversed, and no additional requests will be accepted.

Considerations and Questions

Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their instructors, advisors, and other university resources regarding the consequences of a shift to the CR/NCR grading basis for grade point average, degree progress, curricula with minimum grade requirements, potential graduate study, and financial aid eligibility. Students must be aware of the grades that are considered passing as program requirements may differ across campus.

What if I am a College Credit Plus or Early College High School student?

Before choosing the Credit/No Credit grading option, please consult with your high school counselor and UA advisor regarding the impact on both your high school and college transcripts.

How might changing to Credit/No Credit affect my Financial Aid?

Please consult with a Student Financial Aid counselor before submitting a request form. Contact options include telephone, live chat and one-on-one appointment. Call the Customer Support Service Center any time at (330) 972-7032 or (800) 621-3847. More information about how the Credit/No Credit option can affect your financial aid is also available on the Office of Financial Aid's website.

Will changing to Credit/No Credit affect my eligibility for President's and/or Dean's List?

According to University Rule 3359-20-05.1, only letter-graded credit-bearing courses are considered when determining inclusion on the President's List, Dean's List, Part-Time President's List, and Part-Time Dean's List. If a student chooses to change one or more letter-graded courses to the Credit/No Credit grading basis, that student may no longer be eligible for these acknowledgements.

What if I have an Incomplete?

A grade of Incomplete assigned for a spring 2021 course may be switched to the Credit/No Credit grading basis by the request deadline of May 28, 2021. Upon completion of the course, any student making this change will receive a final grade of Credit or No Credit. If coursework is not completed, the grade of Incomplete will lapse to No Credit.

What if my question is not addressed here?

Please direct questions pertaining to your academic record to your academic advisor and instructor(s), as appropriate. General questions may be directed to the Office of the University Registrar at registrar@uakron.edu or 330-972-8300.

Which courses are ineligible for a grading basis change to CR/NCR?

2030:216 - Applied Finite Mathematics
2030:461 - Applied Cryptanalysis
5200:319 - Integrated Expressive Arts in Primary Grades
5200:325 - Early Childhood Inclusive Practicum
5200:333 - Science for Primary Teachers
5200:340 - Developmental Writing and Digital Literacies in Inclusive Early
5200:352 - Teaching Mathematics in Inclusive Primary Settings
5200:453 - Building Understanding in Early Childhood Settings
5200:454 - Inquiry Learning in Primary Inclusive Settings
5250:300 - Middle Level Education
5250:338 - Teaching Social Studies to Middle Childhood
5250:342 - Teaching Math to Middle Level Learners
5250:351 - Modes of Writing for the Middle Grades
5300:303 - Global Education & Technology
5300:320 - Introduction to Teaching in the Content Area
5300:330 - Teaching Adolescent/Middle Level Literature
5300:420 - Instructional Techniques in Secondary Education
5300:421 - Instructional Techniques in Secondary Education II
5500:308 - Instructional Design and Assessment
5500:430 - Clinical Teaching I
5500:431 - Clinical Teaching II
5500:439 - Engineering for Educators
5500:440 - Literacy in the Content Areas
5500:445 - Assessment and Instruction in Literacy
5500:456 - Scaffolding Language and Content Learning for English Learners
5500:458 - Inclusive Field Experience
5610:380 - Math Methods: Special Education
5610:430 - Honors Research Project: Special Education
5610:448 - Individuals with Moderate/Intensive Educational Needs: Characteristics and Implications
5610:450 - Special Education Programming for Primary Teachers
5610:452 - Special Education Programming: Secondary/Transition
5610:453 - Special Education Programming: Moderate/Intensive I
5610:454 - Special Education Programming: Moderate/Intensive II
5610:456 - Inclusive Field Experience: Moderate/Intensive
5610:457 - Special Education Programming: Mild/Moderate II
5610:463 - Assessment in Special Education
5610:467 - Management Strategies in Special Education
5610:470 - Clinical Practicum in Special Education
7100:105 - Introduction to Art Education
7100:412 - Student Teaching Colloquium
7100:424 - Middle School Materials & Techniques
7100:430 - Professional Practices for Creative Careers
7500:102 - Introduction to Music Education
7500:255 - String Methods II
7500:277 - Clarinet & Saxophone Methods
7500:305 - Marching Band: Organization & Tech
7500:307 - Techniques of Jazz Ensemble Performance & Direction
7500:315 - Equity and Excellence in Music Education
7500:340 - Teaching General Music II
7500:341 - Jr High/Middle School Choral Methods
7500:346 - Flute & Double Reed Methods
7500:443 - Instrumental Practicum
7500:492 - Student Teaching Colloquium
8200:xxx - all courses offered by the School of Nursing