Transcript Facts
Grading Scale
Grade point averages for courses taken at Kansas University prior to Fall 1970 were
based on a 3.0 scale.
Grading scale through summer 1970:
| A |
3.0 |
| B |
2.0 |
| C |
1.0 |
| D |
0.0 |
| F |
-1.0 |
Negative grade points are assessed only once for the same course, and are not
removed when a passing grade is earned. A grade-point deficiency exists when the
sum of grade points is less than the sum of hours from which they are computed.
Power of Attorney
If a person has given an individual
power of attorney to conduct business on their behalf,
we can accept a written transcript request from the appointed person. A copy of the power of
attorney must accompany the written request for a transcript. The power of attorney
that is for medical only, will not be sufficient.
Student Levels
Student Levels as defined by hours:
| Freshmen |
0-29 hours |
| Sophomore |
30-59 hours |
| Junior |
60-89 hours |
| Senior |
90 hours and up |
Test Credits
Test credits are awarded when a student chooses to test out of a given course
by taking a proficiency exam. Test credits do not count toward resident credit.
Transfer Credit
Transfer credit hours are added to the "earned" hours of the first effective semester.
If the transfer work was completed prior to entry at the University of Kansas, it will
be reflected during the first in-residence semester.
University of Kansas transcript will reflect only hours accepted from other
institutions. Semesters, courses, GPA, and grades from other institutions will not appear
on the official University of Kansas transcript. Further information on transferable
credits can be found at:
http://www.admissions.ku.edu/credit/transfer.shtml.
Zero Earned Hours
If a students record reflects zero earned hours it is due to one of the following situations:
- Course was taken as University Special (non-degree seeking). The course was completed but not
to be used for a degree at University of Kansas.
- Course was taken through University of Kansas Continuing Education and therefore does not affect
the overall KU GPA.
- The course was undergraduate level taken by a graduate student.
