A passing grade varies depending on the grading system and the specific course. In undergraduate programs, a 'D' is typically the lowest passing grade, but passing may not be enough to fulfill graduation requirements
. A 'D' or 65% is considered the lowest passing grade in many college grading systems
. Some schools may consider 60% to be the lowest passing grade, similar to common high school grading scales
. In graduate programs, it's common for a 'C' to be the lowest passing grade
. Here is a general overview of common letter grades and their corresponding grade points:
- A: 90-100% or 4.0
- A-: 90-89% or 3.7
- B+: 87-89% or 3.3
- B: 83-87% or 3.0
- B-: 80-83% or 2.7
- C+: 77-80% or 2.3
- C: 73-77% or 2.0
- C-: 70-73% or 1.7
- D: 60-69% or 1.0
- F: 0-64% or 0.0
Please note that different schools and courses may have specific grading policies, so it's essential to consult the course syllabus or institution's policies for the most accurate information on passing grades.
