Minimum Grades

Minimum Grades and Repeats

Some major requirements (and many prerequisites) require a minimum grade. Policies can differ by requirement, so when in doubt, use the Academic Guide and confirm with advising.


Practical Guidance

  • For major requirements: a grade of C or better is required.
  • For prerequisites: a grade of C- or better is commonly required for lower-division courses, and C or better for upper-division courses but not every course uses the same cutoff. Use the Academic Guide as the official source for what grade is required.
  • Repeating a course: the university and/or department may limit how many times a course can be attempted for major progress. If you are planning a repeat (or already repeated a course), check with advising early.

Where to Confirm (Authoritative & Advising)


If you Need an Exception

Requests like prerequisite exceptions, substitutions, or DegreeWorks adjustments are handled through the department process: