Question 1

Is BIO255 hard at Iowa State?

Accepted Answer

Based on 46 student ratings, BIO255 is demanding (difficulty 63/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO255?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in BIO255?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO255 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 81%, B: 19%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO255?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 36/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO255 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO255 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: extra credit, lecture heavy, clear grading criteria, test heavy. Its difficulty score is 63/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO255?

Accepted Answer

95% of students would recommend BIO255. Student satisfaction is rated 76/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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