Question 1

Is BIOL1220 hard at UMass Lowell?

Accepted Answer

Based on 9 student reviews, BIOL1220 has a very high challenge level (98/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIOL1220?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (100/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in BIOL1220?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIOL1220 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 100%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIOL1220?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 88/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIOL1220 have?

Accepted Answer

BIOL1220 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: tough grader, lecture heavy, test heavy, graded by few things. The challenge level is very high (98/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend BIOL1220?

Accepted Answer

11% of students would recommend BIOL1220. Student satisfaction is rated 29/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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