For more information on the LS Advanced Standing Credits policy, visit New Students.
For details on classes eligible for Pass/Fail grading, refer to Pass/Fail Option in the LS Bulletin.
Prior to submitting the request, you must consult with an LS academic advisor about the likely impact of a Pass/Fail grade on your academic and career plans. If you are studying away, you must consult with the LS Office of Global Programs prior to submitting the Pass/Fail request.
Once the Pass/Fail Request Form has been submitted and processed by the LS Advising Office, grading for that course cannot be changed back to a letter grade. Note: A grade of “P” is not factored into your GPA; however, “F” grades do count toward the GPA.
LS policies are below. Consult NYU Grades for information about your transcript and University grading policies.
If you fail a required course, you must retake the course and receive a passing grade to be allowed to transition onto a degree program (Core Program) or earn your bachelor’s degree (GLS). Failing non-required courses impacts your grade point average such that you may need to retake them in order to satisfy minimum GPA requirements for transition or graduation.
In some cases, you may need to repeat a course for a higher grade. Both grades will appear on your transcript and will be factored into your grade point average (for students beginning in Fall 2016 or later). Please note, for Core Program students transitioning out of Liberal Studies, the repeat course policy of the destination school or program will be applied once transitioned; refer to the bulletin for your intended transition school for more information.
If unexpected circumstances will prevent you from completing a course, it is at the discretion of the instructor whether to grant an “incomplete” at the end of a semester. Incomplete grades may only be awarded through written agreement between the student and the professor before the end of the course; use the Incomplete Grade Agreement Form (PDF). For more information, refer to the Incomplete Grade policy in the LS Bulletin.
If you disagree with your grade awarded in a class and cannot resolve it by speaking with your professor, you must meet with either the Associate Dean of Students or an LS academic advisor—the Dean's Designee—to discuss your concerns. Only then can you appeal the grade by filing a Petition for Change of Grade (PDF). For more information, refer to the Grade Appeal policy in the LS Bulletin.
A formal request to pursue independent study must be submitted in the form of a proposed syllabus. Please review the Independent Study Guidelines (PDF).
Leaves of absence must be obtained officially through the LS Advising Office. A leave may be requested for one semester or the entire academic year. If you do not obtain an official leave of absence, you will need to apply for readmission to NYU following your leave.
To withdraw from the University, speak with an LS academic advisor about your plans as early as possible. The advisor will advise you on the next steps. In addition, if you are staying in University Housing, you will be asked to provide proof of withdrawal from the LS Advising Center so that you will not be charged for future semesters.
For more information, refer to the Leave of Absence policy in the LS Bulletin.
In the process of learning, students acquire ideas from many sources and exchange ideas and opinions with others through reading, writing, and discussion. Students are expected—often required—to build their own work on that of other people, just as professional researchers and writers would. Not giving credit to someone whose work has helped your scholarship is considered plagiarism, which corrupts values of the University and violates Academic Integrity policy. The LS community expects that you will be scrupulous in crediting those sources that have contributed to the development of your ideas. To align your work with LS academic integrity policies, review the LS Academic Integrity Guide.
Plagiarism is not, however, the only form of academic dishonesty. Any violation of, or attempt to, circumvent a course, program, or University academic policy is considered a breach of academic integrity. For examples of violations and associated sanctions, refer to the Academic Integrity policy in the LS Bulletin.
If you have questions about academic policies not covered on this page, please consult your academic advisor or the LS Bulletin.
For additional forms, check NYU Registrar Forms or ask your academic advisor.