Question 1

Is POLI1700 hard at Iowa?

Accepted Answer

Based on 39 student reviews, POLI1700 has a high challenge level (75/100). Grade accessibility is very high (83/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI1700?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (90/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLI1700?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI1700 is rated 83/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 53%, B: 30%, C: 7%, D: 10%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI1700?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 30/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI1700 have?

Accepted Answer

POLI1700 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: lecture heavy, graded by few things, lots of homework, tough grader. The challenge level is high (75/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI1700?

Accepted Answer

40% of students would recommend POLI1700. Student satisfaction is rated 57/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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