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Grade Forgiveness Request Instructions

Grade Forgiveness Request Instructions (Adobe PDF)759.5 KB
  1. Go to LionPATH and choose "Grade Forgiveness" under "Academic Records."
  2. Indicate that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of the Grade Forgiveness procedure and click "Next." Information at the bottom of the form will show how many Grade Forgiveness credits you have used (including both approved and pending).
  3. Choose the repeated class (course used to justify grade forgiveness).
  4. Choose the course in which the grade is being forgiven.
  5. Click "Submit."
  6. You will receive an acknowledgment and an email that the request has been submitted. Another email will be sent upon approval.

Additional information about Grade Forgiveness is available on the University Registrar's site.

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A full-service, four-year, residential campus located less than 45 miles from the research campus at University Park. Offering 21 four-year degrees and the first two years of over 275 Penn State majors.
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    • Current Weather Conditions
    • Livestream
  • Academics
    • Majors
    • Academic Calendar
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    • Eiche Library
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    • Academic Advising
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    • Campus Closures
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    • Visit Us
    • Information for First-Year Students
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    • Chat With Admissions
    • Experience Altoona
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    • Safety at Penn State Altoona
    • Housing
    • Career Services
  • Research & Engagement
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    • Faculty Research Resources
    • Community-Based Studies
    • Internships
    • Study Abroad/Study Away
    • Internal Grants and Awards
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