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CS 455

Introduction to High Performance Computing

Computer Science

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
3.50
Easiness
3.80
Total regs
105

Grade Distribution

Spring 2025–Fall 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
3.50
A
66.7%
70
B
21.9%
23
C
7.6%
8
D
1.9%
2
F
1.0%
1
W
1.0%
1
A–F + W
105
Other outcomes
0
All registrations
105

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
3.50
Easiness
3.80
C or better
97.1%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
99.0%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
1.0%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
105
A–F and W outcomes

CS 455 by Professor

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

#1
Papka, Michael E
3.61
RMP
5.0
4 reviews
Graded
62
Total regs
62
#2
Lan, Zhiling
3.40
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RMP
1.5
2 reviews
Graded
42
Total regs
43
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Professor
Avg GPA
Student rating
Graded
Total regs
  • 1
    Papka, Michael E
    3.61
    5.0 (4)
    62
    62
  • 2
    Lan, Zhiling
    3.40
    1.5 (2)
    42
    43