Here you will find information on grading policies and grading timelines at the University of Washington along with the grade related forms you need to fill out. You will also find here explanations of grades such as the incomplete and the x- grade. This includes explanations of how some grade options can help you deal with underprepared students you might find forced to stay in your class because of the Add/Drop policy. Let us know if you have questions that are not answered here!

UW Grade Reporting Presents the goals and philosophy of the UW in setting their timelines and policies for grading.   Students' Legal Rights Summarizes some of the lesser known rights students have surrounding grading. You are liable if you deny a student their rights.   Current Add/Drop Policy Gives grading alternatives which might help faculty deal with situations that can arise because of the current add/drop policy.   Quarterly Timelines Lists the due dates for grades each quarter and the rationale behind those due dates.   Definition of Grades Provides the official definition of grades given at the UW.   Incompletes Describes when an incomplete can be given and how it is useful.   X-grades Describes when an X-grade can be given and how it is useful.   CR/NC & N/NS Describes when a course can be taken for credit but not for a numerical grade.   Annotated Faculty Grade Form Allows you to click on different portions of the grade report form and find out more about that option.