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BIOS 196

Biology Colloquium

Biological Sciences

2 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.63
Easiness
4.10
Total regs
620

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.63
A
79.0%
490
B
12.4%
77
C
4.2%
26
D
1.0%
6
F
1.5%
9
W
1.9%
12
A–F + W
620
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
620

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.63
Easiness
4.10
C or better
97.5%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
98.5%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
1.9%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
620
A–F and W outcomes

BIOS 196 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

#1
Nelson, Karin Noel
3.67
RMP
2.2
187 reviews
Graded
217
Total regs
221
#2
Mason-Gamer, Roberta J
3.55
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Combines in-class seminars with off-campus day and weekend field trips, with the goal of introducing students to different areas of the Biological Sciences, and alternate career options.Course Information: May be repeated up to 1 time(s). Field trips required at a nominal fee. Prerequisite(s): Major in biological sciences, biochemistry, or neuroscience.

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Methodology
RMP
3.4
25 reviews
Graded
40
Total regs
42
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Nelson, Karin Noel
    3.67
    2.2 (187)
    217
    221
  • 2
    Mason-Gamer, Roberta J
    3.55
    3.4 (25)
    40
    42
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