Assessment and Grading
Course Assessments
All credit courses have a formal method of evaluation and assessment. Your course outlines will communicate the evaluation scheme for each course, identifying assessment methods (assignments, projects, tests, etc.) that contribute to the final grade. Assessments are designed to evaluate the level at which you demonstrate the established course learning outcomes.
Please note most students are required to complete an English and/or Math Assessment test.
Grading Scheme
The standard grading scheme for most courses is a letter grade ranging from A to F with each letter representing the equivalent percentage grade achieved in the course. Some courses have a Pass/Fail grading scheme. For these courses, a Pass does not impact your GPA but a Fail will. There are also other special grades that can be used for specific purposes.
| Letter Grade | Grade Description | Numerical Equivalent | Grade Point |
| A+ | Outstanding | 90-100% | 4.5 |
| A | Excellent | 80-89% | 4.0 |
| B+ | Very good | 75-79% | 3.5 |
| B | Good | 70-74% | 3.0 |
| C+ | Satisfactory | 65-69% | 2.5 |
| C | Satisfactory | 60-64% | 2.0 |
| D+ | Minimal* | 55-59% | 1.5 |
| D* | Minimal* | 50-54% | 1.0 |
| F | Failure** | 0-49% | 0 |
| FNA | Failure non-attendance | ||
| P | Pass** | ||
| I | Incomplete | ||
| AEG | Aegrotat standing | ||
| AUD | Audit status | ||
| CIP | Course in progress | ||
| TCR | Transfer credit | ||
| NGR | No grade required | ||
| *In courses in some programs, these grades may not be considered a passing grade, and a higher passing grade may be required. The minimum required GPA for graduation is 2.0 and may be higher for some programs.
**May be used in a course where a percentage grade is inappropriate. |
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Accommodations
Centennial is committed to providing the best possible education for all of our students. This includes meeting the needs of students who may require adjustments or accommodations to equalize their opportunities to meet the essential requirements of achieving the learning outcomes in a course or program.
Grade Appeals
- A clerical error has resulted in a miscalculation of the grade.
- The grade awarded did not fairly reflect your academic performance and/or the stated requirements for the course.
Key Policies
Academic Standing
The standings are determined based on a full-time enrolment of a minimum of seventy percent of the course load for a given semester and are defined as:
| Good Academic Standing (GS) | All School or program standards have been met or exceeded. These include a minimum term average of 2.0 and a pass in all courses taken, but may be higher for some programs. |
| Conditional Standing (CS) | A student will initially be placed on Conditional Academic Standing if their term grade point average (GPA) falls between 1.00 and 1.99 or they have failed a course in that term. |
| Probationary Standing (PB) | A student will be placed on Probationary Academic Standing if, while on Conditional Academic Standing, their term grade point average (GPA) falls between 1.00 and 1.99, or he/she fails a course in the semester. A student will be placed on Probationary Academic Standing if at the conclusion of any semester his/her term grade point average (GPA) falls below 1.00. |
| Academic Suspension (AS) | Academic Suspension will result when a student on Probationary Standing maintains a term grade point average (GPA) of 1.99 or lower or fails a course in the semester. Such students will be suspended from their program of study for a minimum of two semesters and may be permitted to resume their program upon completion of the suspension. |
| Academic Debarment (AD) | A second Academic Suspension from the same program will result in a two-year Academic Debarment from that program with the option of re-applying for admission. During this period, the student will be permitted to apply to another program at the college. |
Q. What happens if I fail a course?
A. If you fail one or more courses in one semester and/or have a term GPA of less than 2.0, you will be placed on Conditional Academic (CS) or Probationary Academic Standing. See the Academic Progression Policy for full explanation. You will have to meet on a regular basis with your Success Advisor. Your initial meeting with your Success Advisor will determine your course load for the following semester.
Re-admission to a Program
Students on Academic Suspension may apply for re-admission to the same program after a period of two semesters following the date of suspension. Re-admission is not guaranteed. Students are subject to the current published admission requirements. If re-admitted, the student will be placed on Probationary Academic Standing.
Program Transfers
Students on Academic Suspension, Probationary, or Conditional Academic Standing may apply to transfer to another program at the College. If accepted to the new program, they will maintain their academic standing unless they are on Suspension in which case they will be placed on Probationary Academic Standing in the new program.
