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HIST 101Gen EdUnderstanding the Past

Western Civ Since 1648

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3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.92
Easiness
2.50
Total regs
1,477

Grade Distribution

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

Avg GPA
2.92
A
42.7%
629
B
31.8%
469
C
10.9%
161
D
4.3%
63
F
4.1%
61
W
6.1%
90
A–F + W
1,473
Other outcomes
4
All registrations
1,477

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.92
Easiness
2.50
C or better
91.0%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
95.6%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
6.1%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
1,473
A–F and W outcomes

HIST 101 by Professor

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

#1
Connolly, Jonathan
3.27
RMP
4.9
13 reviews
Graded
192
Total regs
199
#2
Abbott, John
3.05
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Introduction to the development of Western civilization in the early modern and modern world. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture. IAI GECC Humanities course, and UIC GE Past course, and UIC GE World Cultures course .

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RMP
3.9
67 reviews
Graded
500
Total regs
538
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Connolly, Jonathan
    3.27
    4.9 (13)
    192
    199
  • 2
    Abbott, John
    3.05
    3.9 (67)
    500
    538
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