Dear CSD students,
You have received information from the University regarding the option of completing courses this semester as credit/no-credit. Here are some important considerations for your CSD courses.
SOPHOMORES:
Per the University announcement, course prerequisites that require a letter grade will not be satisfied with a “CR” grade. CSD207, CSD208, and CSD209 require a letter grade of “C” or better to move onto the 300 level coursework. Thus, credit/no-credit would not meet this requirement.
FOR ALL OTHERS:
For a large majority of students, an undergraduate education in CSD marks the beginning of a career in CSD, and so graduate school and professional certification requirements must be carefully considered before electing to take a course as credit/no-credit. For courses that require demonstration of competency (e.g., PHYS, CHEM), a letter grade of “C” is generally recommended. The CSD upper-class coursework fulfill graduate training prerequisites and contribute to the major GPA. For these courses, credit/no-credit is not advised. You are also encouraged to consult ASHA EdFind to assess graduate program and admissions requirements.
The above outlines our advice as you make your next steps toward completing the CSD degree and preparing for graduate school. We understand that this is a difficult time and hope that this information does help as you consider your options. Ultimately, it is your decision and we encourage you to do what you feel is best for your career path. Please feel free to refer to the undergraduate blog, contact the csdug@jmu.edu email for help, or connect with advisors for assistance.