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Why would a student repeat a course?

A student may wish or need to strengthen their knowledge of a particular topic in order to prepare for future classes. This can be a good reason for repeating a course. The Science Sequence Regulations require students to achieve a minimum grade of "C-" in order to continue on to the next course in the sequence.

Can I repeat a course if I have a'W'notation?

If you have a 'W' notation for a course (meaning you Withdrew after the add/drop deadline), this is not considered a completed course grade. Therefore, a 'W' cannot be overwritten on your transcript by repeating the course.

What are repeatable courses in explorecourses?

These special courses will be labeled “Repeatable for Credit” in ExploreCourses, and you can earn additional units each time you take the course again. Repeating one of these courses will not replace an earlier grade with a 'RP'.

Can I repeat a course if I have a'W'grade?

If you have a 'W' notation for a course (meaning you Withdrew after the add/drop deadline), this is not considered a completed course grade. Therefore, a 'W' cannot be overwritten on your transcript by repeating the course. Generally, you cannot enroll in a non-repeatable-for-credit class for a third time.

Know the Rules

Most classes at Stanford are not repeatable for credit, meaning you can only earn the units for them once. You may choose to repeat the course a second time. But if you technically passed the class the first time around (i.e.

What's Your Reason for Repeating?

If you want to increase your GPA, think carefully about why you need the GPA boost and what the best way might be to achieve it. We encourage you to talk with your major advisor and your Academic Advisor about how much GPA matters for your field and for your career plans.

Things to Consider

Remember that when you repeat a class where you have already earned the units once, you will not earn those units for a second time.

Can you register for a repeat course if you have signed an incomplete contract?

Students who have submitted signed incomplete contracts requiring them to do the work again should make arrangements to audit the course, and not register again for credit as a “repeated” course.

Is it easier to repeat a course the second time?

A course will not necessarily be easier the second time around. If a student chooses to repeat a course, they should maximize their chances for success by utilizing available resources and practicing good study habits. The policy below applies to courses taken for the first time in fall 2014 or later.

Can you repeat a CHM 203/204?

When departments offer courses that are similar in content but at different levels (e.g., MTH 141 and 161, MTH 143 and 162), students cannot use the lower-level course as a “repeat” of the upper-level course. However, CHM 203/204 can be used as a repeat of CHM 171/172.

Can you repeat BIO 112?

BIO 112, another course that is for first-year students only, cannot be repeated. A student who earns a grade below "C" in BIO 112 and wants to continue in biology may repeat the course by taking BIO 110.

Can you repeat a first year course?

First-Year Only Courses. Some courses, because of the way they are offered, cannot be repeated. PHY 143 is one example of a course that is for first-year students only. A student who fails PHY 143 should take PHY 123 in the second year. BIO 112, another course that is for first-year students only, cannot be repeated.

Can you repeat a course with a low grade?

Students who complete a course with a low or failing grade may wish to repeat the course in a subsequent semester. In addition to understanding the policies concerning course repeats (see below), and speaking with an academic advisor, it is also helpful for a student to consider the following:

Can you increase your GPA by repeating a course?

Finally, if a student is repeating a course to increase their GPA for their graduate or professional school applications, it is useful to know that these schools may calculate a student's GPA differently. A student may wish or need to strengthen their knowledge of a particular topic in order to prepare for future classes.

Can't repeat the past?

“You can’t repeat the past,” says Nick Carraway to Jay Gatsby. This quote belongs in Chapter 6 of Francis Scott Fitzgerald’s famous novel, “The Great Gatsby.” To which Gatsby replies, “Can’t repeat the past? Why, of course, you can!” This conversation gives a hint about Gatsby’s intention to return Daisy Buchanan, his past love.

Who does Daisy hit in the end of the story?

At the same time, she knows he is cheating with Myrtle Wilson. By the way, there is an unexpected turn of events. At the end of the story, Daisy hits Myrtle, who doesn’t survive in a car accident. The story is told by Nick Carraway, who meets Gatsby upon arriving in New York.

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• Some courses, because of the way they are offered, cannot be repeated. PHYS 143 is one example of a course that is for first-year students only. A student who fails PHYS 143 should take PHYS 123 in the second year. BIOL 112, another course that is for first-year students only, cannot be repeated. A student who earns a grade below "C" in BIOL 112 an...

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