Harvard faculty votes to limit number of A's awarded
Summary
Harvard University faculty voted to limit the number of A grades given to undergraduate students starting in fall 2027. The new rule will cap A grades to 20% of each class plus four extra, aiming to make grades more meaningful and reduce grade inflation.Key Facts
- The faculty voted 458 to 201 to cap A grades to 20% per class plus four extra students.
- The policy applies only to undergraduate students and begins in fall 2027.
- There is no limit on A- or other lower grades.
- A proposal allowing some classes to opt out of the cap was rejected.
- In 2025, 60% of Harvard undergraduates received A grades, up from 40% in 2015 and 20% in 2005.
- The policy aims to make Harvard grades more meaningful for students, employers, and graduate schools.
- Student leaders expressed disappointment at not being more involved in the decision process.
- The policy will be reviewed three years after it starts.
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