At the end of each semester, the student will receive a grade for each class in which he or she was enrolled. As of July 1, 1993 , Kaskaskia College has adopted a 4.0 grade point system. The following letter grades and grade points are used in computing a grade point average:

Grade	Description	Grade Points
A	Excellent	4
B	Good	3
C	Average	2
D	Below Average	1
F	Failure	0
I	Incomplete
S	Satisfactory
W	Withdrawal

The grade of Incomplete or I is given at the instructor's discretion. It is normally given when a student has been actively engaged in the class, but missed work or a test due to illness or excused absences. A maximum of one year or less, at the option of the instructor, is the time allotted to make up the incomplete work. If, after this time, it is not made up, the I is recorded as an F. In most cases, students should have successfully completed 90% of the course requirements to be eligible for an I.

The number of grade points for a grade in a given course is found by multiplying the grade point value (A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0) by the number of semester hours earned in the course. The grade point average is computed by dividing the total number of grade (quality) points which a student has earned in all courses taken at Kaskaskia College by the total number of hours represented by those courses (excluding grades of I, S, or Withdrawal grades).

Grade changes are initiated by the appropriate instructor and are recorded by the Manager of Records and Registration.

Both part-time and full-time students are recognized for academic achievement each semester.

The names of students who complete a minimum of twelve semester hours in all courses for which the student registered and earn a 4.0 current semester grade average are published at the end of the semester as the full-time President's List. Students who earn a grade average of 3.5 or above are named to the full-time Dean's List.

The names of students who complete six to eleven semester hours in all courses for which the student registered and earn a 4.0 current semester grade average are published at the end of the semester as the part-time President's List. Students who earn a grade average of 3.5 or above are named to the part-time Dean's List.

Students who are eligible for any scholastic honor roll and who do not want their names published should advise the Manager of Records and Registration within one week after the end of a given semester.

Standards for Academic Achievement at Kaskaskia College have been established in order to guide the student in pursuit of academic success and maintain an academic environment that clearly defines expectations for progress.

Good Standing
Students with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher are in good standing.

Academic Probation
Any student who is attempting six or more credit hours during a semester and whose cumulative grade point average falls below 2.0 will be placed on "Academic Probation." Students who are placed on "Academic Probation" may continue enrollment and are encouraged to speak with an advisor about their academic goals.

Continuing Probation
A student who was placed on "Academic Probation" during his or her previous term of enrollment and has a current term grade-point average of 2.0 or higher and has a current cumulative grade-point average of less than 2.0 will be placed on "Continuing Probation." Students placed on "Continuing Probation" may continue enrollment and are encouraged to speak with an advisor about their academic goals.

Academic Suspension
Any student who has a cumulative grade point average of less than 2.0 for a second consecutive semester will be placed on "Academic Suspension." Suspended students will not be allowed to attend during the following semester, excluding summer term. A suspended student may attend during the summer term to attempt to raise his/her cumulative grade point average.

Academic Standing Appeal Process
Students who have been placed on "Academic Suspension" may appeal in writing to the Manager of Records and Registration. Forms are available in the Office of Admissions and Records. This appeal should document any relevant circumstances wherein it can be shown that the unsatisfactory progress was due to unforeseeable or extenuating circumstances; and that such progress is not indicative of the general pattern of grades or withdrawals previously established. The Academic/Financial Aid Appeals Committee will review all appeals and may grant continuing probationary status. Suspended students who choose not to appeal or are denied their appeal after review will be dropped from courses before the semester begins.

If a student desires to repeat a course, credit for the course will be allowed only once, but the highest grade achieved is used to calculate the over all grade point average. If a student repeats a course and makes the same grade, this grade will be used only once in the computation of the grade point average.

A transcript is an official record of a student's academic history of course enrollment and achievements. All courses officially attempted are listed.

Official transcripts will be issued and sent from the Admissions and Records Office upon written request, in person, by mail, or by fax. The request form can be printed in PDF from this web site (transcript request form ). The college reserves the right to withhold transcripts of persons who have past due monetary obligations such as tuition, fees or materials. One transcript will be sent for a fee of $2.00. When two or more transcripts are requested at the same time, the first copy will cost $2.00 and additional copies cost $1.00 each. Fax transmission of unofficial transcripts is available at additional cost.

At the conclusion of each term, grade reports will be posted online for students to access with their individual student identification number for those courses subject to the grading system. Students enrolled in more than one course receive a composite grade report including a grade point average. Students who have not met the academic standards established for their declared degree, certificate, or program are notified of their academic standing with the College. Grade reports will be released only for students whose college records are clear of all financial obligations to the College.

Transfer credit hours are defined as those credit hours from a regionally accredited institution evaluated by the Manager of Records and Registration that can be used toward a degree or certificate at Kaskaskia College. All cumulative credits and grade point average will be shown on the student’s official Kaskaskia College transcript and will be incorporated into the Kaskaskia College cumulative credit hours and grade point average. Credit will be posted when the evaluation is complete.

A student who, while in high school, takes college courses and upon completion of high school then enters Kaskaskia College will have those college courses accepted on the same basis as any other transfer student.

Members and former members of the Armed Services, upon presenting separation papers (DD-214), may be granted the following credits:

Basic Training:	2 credit hours Physical Education
1/2 year Active Duty:	4 credit hours Physical Education
1 year Active Duty:	4 credit hours Physical Education and 2 credit hours Health Education

Students should contact the Manager of Records and Registration to have the credit posted. Certain experience in the military service may be submitted to the Office of Admissions and Records for evaluation for credit. Proper identification and documentation of all training schools is required before an evaluation will be completed.

The proficiency examination is a alternative means to establish college credit or advanced standing for students who believe they have mastered college level subject generally by means other than attendance in a Kaskaskia College course. If the student successfully completes the appropriate examination, credit for the specific course in question may be entered on the student's permanent record. The process for application is as follows: the student should informally discuss with the appropriate Dean whether sufficient evidence of ability exists to warrant pursuit of a proficiency exam. The student must pay a non-refundable fee prior to the administration of the proficiency examination. Please see Testing Services for more information.

Independent study and cooperative education may not be used to substitute for specific program requirements or core requirements. Credit earned in this area will count as elective credit. Independent study requires the permission of the appropriate Dean.

Any student who desires the alternate grading system of S (Satisfactory) or W (Withdrawal) in any course numbered above 100 may request the alternate grading system in the specific course in writing. The college calendar deadline for withdrawal from a course is applicable. (See section on Withdrawals)

A student may not earn more than eight semester hours of S grades toward the Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science Degree or not more than sixteen semester hours of S grades toward the Associate in Applied Science or the Associate in General Studies Degree.

Semester hours earned as S grades are creditable toward a degree, but the grade is not calculated in determination of grade-point-average.

Note: A S grade may not be accepted as transfer credit by some colleges or universities.