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POLS 228

US Congress

Political Science

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring
Avg GPA
2.84
Easiness
2.30
Total regs
95

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Spring 2025 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA
2.84
A
47.3%
44
B
25.8%
24
C
9.7%
9
D
4.3%
4
F
7.5%
7
W
5.4%
5
A–F + W
93
Other outcomes
2
All registrations
95

Quick Insights

Avg GPA
2.84
Easiness
2.30
C or better
87.5%
Among A–F outcomes
D or better
92.0%
Among A–F outcomes
Withdrawal rate
5.4%
Among A–F and W outcomes
Most common grade
A
Letter grades only
Outcomes counted
93
A–F and W outcomes

POLS 228 by Professor

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

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Kaplan, Noah
3.00
RMP
3.1
11 reviews
Graded
41
Total regs
46
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Introduction to the structures and processes of Congressional politics. Emphasis on elections, organization, interinstitutional relations and authorizations and appropriations processes. Course Information: Recommended background: POLS 101 .

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