Most Graduate level and many undergrad level courses offered by NUDC Universities and all courses offered by the University of Maryland University College are semester based. Interaction with instructors is an important element in the learning process for students at a distance. Interaction methods may vary between universities and program formats. Communication may occur through email, chat rooms, threaded discussions, telephone, fax, or mail. Please consult the university offering the course you are interested in to find out the recommended methods of interaction.
Universities vary in how grades are recorded.
For some universities, your course registration is reported to the Office of the Registrar and becomes part of your course load for that current semester. The grades for courses with annual completion dates are recorded in the semester completed. For other universities, your grade is not recorded until you have completed the course and taken the final exam. Most Graduate level courses offered by NUDC Universities and all courses offered by the University of Maryland University College are semester based and course requirements must be satisfied within the enrolled semester. Most universities will provide you with a student grade report or a form to request an official transcript.