Question 1

Is BIO161 hard at Holy Cross?

Accepted Answer

Based on 63 student ratings, BIO161 is demanding (difficulty 78/100). Grade accessibility is very high (93/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO161?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as heavy compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in BIO161?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO161 is rated 93/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 55%, B: 38%, C: 5%, D: 2%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO161?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 77/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO161 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO161 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: lecture heavy, tough grader, participation matters, test heavy. Its difficulty score is 78/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO161?

Accepted Answer

73% of students would recommend BIO161. Student satisfaction is rated 74/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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