College of Nursing

Evaluation

 

Grading Procedure

Course requirements and methodology for assigning grades are the prerogative of the faculty of each course. Examinations and other graded assignments may be scheduled periodically, with or without notice, and at the end of the semester at the discretion of the faculty. Students who are not making satisfactory progress in courses at midterm are encouraged to confer with course faculty and the Office of Student Services.

Many nursing courses include both class and clinical learning experiences. In order to successfully complete a nursing course, students are required to have satisfactory achievement in both theory and clinical. A minimum grade of C with satisfactory clinical performance is required for successful completion of nursing courses.

Grading Scale

College of Nursing has adopted the following grading scale for required nursing courses:

95-100

A

82-84

C+

93-94

A-

76-81

C

91-92

B+

70-75

D

87-90

B

Below 70

F

85-86

B-

 

 

Examinations and other graded assignments are scheduled at the discretion of the faculty. Nursing grades are recorded as letters, with pluses and minuses used at the discretion of the faculty.

Failing

In the College of Nursing BSN program, "failing" is defined as an average below 76% at the time of withdrawal or course completion. In the pre-licensure track, this means an average below 76% on quizzes and examinations, including any tests for which a grade of zero (0) has been recorded due to absence on a test day without advance notification to the course faculty. The student must earn a theory grade of 76% based on exams/quizzes prior to numerical points for any additional projects, papers or class activities which includes class participation and attendance be added in order to pass the course.

Assessment of Institutional Effectiveness

The University of Missouri - St. Louis has implemented a continuing program to assess institutional effectiveness. A vital part of that effort is the component dealing with student learning outcomes. During the time students are enrolled at the College and later, as alumni, they will be asked to participate in various activities designed to determine how well the College and the University are meeting the stated purposes to provide a positive learning environment where students can create enriched and meaningful lives for themselves. A number of methods are employed in a variety of settings.