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Universities abroad have different grading systems than those in the United States. The University of West Florida relies upon the full grading scale listed by WES (http://www.wes.org/gradeconversionguide/) to determine other grades. The provided link is not an exact representation of how grades will be converted. translates these letter grades received from the host institution in accordance to AACRAO to to determine the grade you will receive on your UWF transcript.
As you prepare for your exchange experience, it's important to understand that grading systems and academic rigor can vary significantly from country to country. In many places, the standards and expectations may differ, often making courses more challenging. This can result in grades that may appear lower than what you might expect in the United States. However, these differences do not necessarily reflect a lack of achievement; rather, they are a reflection of different educational systems with varying criteria for success. Keep in mind that the converted grade from your exchange experience will affect your overall GPA, so it's important to approach your studies with a focus on both your academic growth and how the experience will impact your academic record. We encourage you to embrace these differences as part of your international academic journey, and to focus on the valuable skills and knowledge you will gain throughout the experience.
Pass/Fail Options
The University of West Florida will post all overseas grades that a student receives as the actual letter grade. This means that we cannot simply change a grade from a “C” to a “S” and so forth. If you would like to receive pass/fail grades, you have two options:
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