Grading

Incomplete (I) Grades: Changes for Fall 2026

Linda Sprouse — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:21:18 +0000

Incomplete (I) Grades: Changes for Fall 2026 Linda Sprouse Thu, 10/08/2026 - 14:21 Office of the Registrar

Beginning this fall semester, updated procedures for assigning and resolving Incomplete (I) grades will take effect. These changes, made in consultation with the Boulder Faculty Assembly, are intended to improve consistency and the student experience, clarify existing policy, and align with the campus Grade Replacement Policy.

Key Reminders

Incomplete grade requests must be initiated by the student and are appropriate only when circumstances beyond the student's control prevent completion of course requirements.
A substantial portion of the course work must be completed by the student to be eligible for an Incomplete grade.
An Incomplete Grade Agreement must be completed to document remaining work and deadlines for completion (may also use a college/school Incomplete form).
If requirements are not completed within one year of the end of the semester in which the Incomplete was assigned, the grade converts to an F.
Incomplete grades are not eligible for grade replacement until they have been resolved.

What's Changing for Fall 2026 and Later

“Substantial portion” is clarified as the student having at least two-thirds of coursework completed (with a passing grade) to be considered for an Incomplete grade.
Reenrollment is not a means to resolve an Incomplete grade. The student must complete the outstanding coursework and receive a final grade from the instructor within the prescribed resolution period. I grades are no longer made permanent if a student chooses to reenroll.
The notation "Originally graded as Incomplete" will no longer appear on official transcripts.

These changes apply only to Incomplete grades assigned in fall 2026 and later. Incompletes assigned before fall 2026 will continue to follow previous procedures.

Please review the FAQs for answers to common questions. For additional assistance, contact registrar@colorado.edu. Additional information on Incomplete Grading and Grade Replacement is available in the University Catalog.

Sincerely,

Kristi Wold-McCormick, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice Provost and University Registrar

Beginning this fall semester, updated procedures for assigning and resolving Incomplete (I) grades will take effect. These changes, made in consultation with the Boulder Faculty Assembly, are intended to improve consistency and the student experience, clarify existing policy, and align with the campus Grade Replacement Policy.

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Summer 2026 Grades Very Overdue (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer 2026 Grades Very Overdue (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 08/18/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Summer Session classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

You have overdue grades for one or more summer sessions. It is critical that you post these grades immediately, because late grades cause serious consequences for your students.

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

Web grading is the only method of posting grades, including late grades. Do not email grades, as this violates campus security policies.

All grades must be posted to avoid causing serious negative consequences for your students, which may include academic standing, financial aid and graduation eligibility.

You must complete grading immediately by following these steps:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For online assistance, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync page and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Please note: On September 3, 2026, all students who remain ungraded for Summer 2026 will be assigned a grade of NR (not reported). After NR grades are assigned, instructors must submit an individual grade change request to assign a final grade for each student.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Regards,

Erika Randall
Interim Dean & Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education

E. Scott Adler
Dean of the Graduate School & Vice Provost for Graduate Affairs

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You have overdue grades for one or more summer sessions. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) as soon as possible.

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Augmester Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Augmester Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 08/12/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Augmester classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

Web grading is now open for Augmester. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

To submit your grades:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync page and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Web grading is now open for Augmester. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17.

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Summer Session BVS Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer Session BVS Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 08/12/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more BVS classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

Web grading is now open for all of BVS session. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

To submit your grades:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync page and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. MT

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Web grading is now open for all of BVS session. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.

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Summer Session B & D Grades Overdue (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer Session B & D Grades Overdue (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 08/05/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session B and/or D classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

The grading deadline has passed for Sessions B and D. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

Web grading is the only method of posting grades, including late grades. Do not email grades, as this violates campus security policies.

To complete the grading process:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync page and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. MT

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

The grading deadline has passed for Sessions B and D. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately.

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Summer Session B & D Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer Session B & D Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 07/30/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session B and/or D classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

Web grading is now open for Sessions B and D. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

To submit your grades:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT’s Canvas web grading sync webpage, review our step-by-step instructions and videos, reference our FAQs or contact our office during business hours:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. MT

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Web grading is now open for Sessions B and D. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4.

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Summer Session C Grades Overdue (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:07:53 +0000

Summer Session C Grades Overdue (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 07/23/2026 - 15:07 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session C classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

The grading deadline has passed for Summer Session C. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

Web grading is the only method of posting grades, including late grades. Do not email grades, as this violates campus security policies.

To complete the grading process:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync webpage and the Office of the Registar's step-by-step instructions and videos or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
Phone: 303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. MT

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��

303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

The grading deadline has passed for Summer Session C. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately.

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Summer Session C Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer Session C Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 07/16/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to instructors with post access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session C classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

Web grading is now open for Session C. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

To submit your grades:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync webpage and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. MT

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Web grading is now open for Session C. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21.

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Summer Session A Grades Overdue (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:29:28 +0000

Summer Session A Grades Overdue (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 07/01/2026 - 15:29 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email around 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to instructors with "Post" access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session A classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

The grading deadline has passed for Session A. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

Web grading is the only method of posting grades, including late grades. Do not email grades, as this violates campus security policies.

To complete the grading process:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT's Canvas web grading sync page and the Office of the Registrar's step-by-step instructions and videos, or reference our FAQs. You may also contact:

Office of the Registrar
Phone: 303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. MT

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

The grading deadline has passed for Session A. It is critical that you post your grades for the following class(es) immediately.

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Summer Session A Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message)

Anonymous — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Summer Session A Web Grading Now Open (Targeted Message) Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 06/29/2026 - 00:00 Office of the Registrar

Who Received This Email?

We sent this email around 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2026, to instructors with "Post" access who had unapproved grades in one or more Session A classes (law, specialized program, thesis and dissertation classes excluded).

Dear [instructor],

Web grading is now open for Session A. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30:

Session	Class Info	Class #	Class Description	# Enrolled

To submit your grades:

On MyCUInfo's Teaching Tools tab, click "Go to Web Grading."
If the wrong term is selected, click "Change Term."
Click the grade roster icon next to the class you want to grade.
Sync, upload or enter your grades.
Approve and post your grade roster(s).

For help with web grading, see OIT’s Canvas web grading sync webpage, review our step-by-step instructions and videos, reference our FAQs or contact our office during business hours:

Office of the Registrar
303-492-6970
registrar@colorado.edu
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. MT

Thank you in advance for your dedication to timely grading!

Office of the Registrar | ��ñ��
303-492-6970 | registrar@colorado.edu

Web grading is now open for Session A. Please submit your grades for the following class(es) by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30.

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