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US 101Gen EdUnderstanding U.S. Society

Intro to Urban Studies

Urban Planning and Policy

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.66
Easiness
1.80
Total regs
614

Grade Distribution

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

Avg GPA
2.66
A
45.2%
260
B
25.0%
144
C
10.4%
60
D
6.8%
39
F
5.6%
32
W
7.0%
40
A–F + W
575
Other outcomes
39
All registrations
614

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.66
Easiness
1.80
C or better
86.7%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
94.0%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
7.0%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
575
A–F and W outcomes

US 101 by Professor

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

#1
Cordova, Teresa L
3.34
RMP
3.5
27 reviews
Graded
41
Total regs
44
#2
Farmer-Smith, Keisha J
2.83
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General survey of urban issues and experience using an interdisciplinary approach. Course Information: Previously listed as UPP 101. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion. UIC GE US Society course .

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RMP
4.4
19 reviews
Graded
218
Total regs
233
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Cordova, Teresa L
    3.34
    3.5 (27)
    41
    44
  • 2
    Farmer-Smith, Keisha J
    2.83
    4.4 (19)
    218
    233
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