Grading

Academic standards for successful completion of each course are contained in the course syllabi. Specific requirements for each course, including assignments, evaluation and grading schemes, and other conditions of satisfactory performance are contained in course syllabi. Modifications to course requirements and grading schemes may be made when judged necessary to improve instruction or to conform to scholastic regulations of the college. Students are expected to participate in all scheduled activities. Participation may be considered when assigning course grades.

Evaluation of Student Performance

Successful completion of the curriculum depends upon the student’s ability to demonstrate the knowledge, attitudes, and skills commonly held by the graduate physician assistant working in a primary care setting. The use of a trained intermediary by the student is not permitted.

Frequency of examinations and evaluations is determined by course directors according to the volume and types of material covered. An overall performance grade will be assigned based on the information contained in the syllabus for each didactic and clinical course. Students shall be informed of their progress through grades and through formal and informal feedback mechanisms. Course syllabi contain the value(s) of graded components during a course. Students are generally advised of their progress through interactions with instructors and preceptors.

Grade Appeals

Policy can be found on the HSC Policy website.

Academic Honors

Policy can be found on the HSC Policy website.