Grades and Grade Points

The system of grades and grade points at San Bernardino Valley College is as follows:

Grade Description Grade Numeric Value
A Excellent 4
B Good 3
C Satisfactory 2
D Passing, Less Than Satisfactory 1
F Failing 0
P1 Pass 0
NP2 No Pass 0
I3 Incomplete --
W3 Withdrawal --
MW Military Withdrawal --
IP3 In Progress --
RD Report Delay --
1

Pass (P) grade units are not counted in GPA however, credit is earned.

2

No Pass (NP) units are not counted in GPA; NP units are used in calculating units attempted for progress, probation and dismissal.

3

Non-evaluative symbols; no units or credit earned.

Only instructors may assign grades, and the grades given are final except in cases of mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incompetence. No grade will be changed for any reason or any circumstances after three years from the end of the term in which the grade was assigned.