Repeating a Course outlines MCC's policies for retaking classes and how repeat courses
affect grades, academic progress, and financial aid. When a course is repeated, all
grades remain on the transcript, but the highest grade earned is used in calculating
the cumulative GPA. Some courses cannot be repeated for grade improvement, and selective
programs may limit opportunities to retake required courses. Students should also
be aware that repeating a previously passed course can impact financial aid eligibility,
with both state and federal aid subject to specific repeat-course restrictions.
Guidelines for Repeating Courses
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- You may repeat a credit course. The first level course may not be repeated after you
have passed the second or higher level course, except with permission of the department
chairperson. All course grades appear on the academic record. In cases where courses
are repeated, the official grade will be the highest grade recorded. The official
grade earned in the course will count towards your Cumulative Point Average.
- Some courses can be repeated for additional credit and, therefore, cannot be repeated
for a better grade. (ex. Independent Study, Music Lessons). You should check with
the Records and Registration Office prior to repeating a course to see if the course
is eligible. Grades of W, WI, or AU cannot be substituted for a previous grade.
- Programs such as Dental Hygiene, Massage Therapy, Nursing and Radiological Technology
have hundreds of students seeking admission to them. The right to repeat courses in
these programs is not automatic. If you fail to complete a course successfully, you
may be denied the opportunity to continue in that curriculum. However, you may change
to other programs offered by the college and then re-apply for admission to the original
program.
- Repeating a course previously passed may jeopardize your eligibility for financial
aid. You will receive financial aid for all courses with 'F' grades. You will receive
financial aid for courses with a 'C-' and lower if your program says you must have
a grade of 'C' or higher for that course or as a prerequisite for a course that is
required in your program (NY AID only - TAP/APTS). Federal aid (PELL/loans) will not
pay for a course to be repeated more than one time (withdrawing does not count as your one time repeat) regardless of the program or pre-requisite requirements.
You are urged to consult with your academic advisor or counselor before repeating
a passed course.
