Academic Standards

  1. Academic standards for successful completion and grade assignment are established by the department under which the course is administered. In arriving at a final grade, consideration will be given to written, oral, and practical examinations as well as clinical performance when applicable. Non-cognitive factors such as performance under stress, integrity, initiative, interpersonal relations, and personal and professional characteristics will also be considered. A passing grade will not be awarded to a student whose performance in non-cognitive areas is unacceptable.
     
  2. Academic Standards can be accessed on the LCSDM intranet, referred to as MyLyon (accessible only by faculty, students, and designated staff). At the beginning of an academic year, all dental students will be reminded of the Standards and where they can be accessed.