The following grades have the indicated number of points assigned for each semester hour of credit earned:
| Letter Grade | Credits Earned |
|---|---|
| A (excellent) | 4 grade points |
| B (above average) | 3 grade points |
| C (average) | 2 grade points |
| D (passing) | 1 grade point |
| F (failure) | 0 grade points |
| I (incomplete) | 0 grade points |
| P (passing) | 0 grade points |
Although a “D” is considered passing at Panola College for College credit courses, some Colleges will not accept a “D” for transfer credit. The grade point average (GPA) is determined by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of semester hours attempted.
- Multiply the second digit of the course number by the grade point value assigned to the letter grade. Example: ENGL 1301 (3 semester hours) x 2 (value assigned to grade of C) = 6 grade points.
- Repeat for each course.
- Add all grade points earned.
- Add the semester hours attempted in all courses taken.
- Divide the sum of the grade points by the sum of the semester hours attempted.
| Course | Semester Hours Attempted | Grade Earned | Grade Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1301 | 3 | C | 6 |
| HIST 1301 | 3 | D | 3 |
| BIOL 1411 | 4 | B | 12 |
| MATH 1314 | 3 | W | 0 |
| MUSI 1306 | 3 | F | 0 |
| PHED 1109 | 1 | B | 3 |
| 14 | 24 |
24 divided by 14 = 1.71 GPA
Preparatory courses are included in GPA calculation for each semester. These courses are not included in the cumulative GPA. However, they are included in determining the eligibility for financial aid and athletic eligibility.