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Michigan Tests Pass-Only Grading for Freshmen | Lansing News
Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts is testing a bold new grading system for incoming freshmen starting fall 2027—pass or no credit instead of letter grades—to reduce stress and help students focus on learning, not perfection. While some students see it as a mental health win that lets them dive into campus life without GPA anxiety, others worry it delays accountability until later. Crucially, internal letter grades will still be kept for applications and transfers. This pilot reflects a broader push to rethink how we measure student success—and whether grades should serve…
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