When is the deadline to opt-in to S/U grading?

You can choose satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading between course registration and the add/drop/swap deadline. During this time, you can change your S/U grading decision as often as you wish. From the add/drop deadline until the withdraw deadline, students can opt out of (but not into) the S/U grading option.

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Beginning in Fall 2023, students in good academic standing may choose to apply satisfactory/unsatisfactory (S/U) grading to courses rather than taking a letter grade. S/U grading will not affect the student’s GPA. Students must opt-in to S/U grading until the add/drop/swap deadline. Students who choose the S/U option can revert to a letter grade before the withdrawal deadline. A student may only use the S/U option four times at UCF. Colleges and departments can restrict whether students can pursue S/U for specific classes.

You will receive a satisfactory if you earn a C or higher; a C- or lower is a U.

No. It doesn’t affect GPA. However, it may have implications for certain prerequisites or honors eligibility.

You may only use the S/U grading option four times at UCF.

Yes. The deadline to revert back to a letter grade is the withdrawal deadline.

No. However, we strongly encourage you to consult with your advisor to ensure that S/U grading is your best option.