Academics
Learning at Stern
Learning Expectations
| Class Format | Combination of lecture, group projects and experiential learning |
| Grading | A (highest grade), A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, F (failing) |
| Class Size | Varies from 45 to 100 students depending on the subject |
| Course Load | 12 to 18 credits a semester (the average student takes 16 credits) |
| Note | Courses can count for 1.5, 2, 3, or 4 credits, so a student could possibly take four to six classes for a full-time schedule. Most courses are three or four credits. |
| Examinations | Grades are determined by a combination of one or more factors, which could include exams, group projects, papers, class participation, and presentations. |
Language of Instruction
All courses are conducted in English.
Course Registration Information
The International Programs Office registers all visiting students for courses. Course listings for the fall semester are available by mid-March. The deadline to submit fall course selections is the beginning of April. Course listings for the spring semester are available by mid-October. The deadline to submit spring course selections is the beginning of November.
Exchange students cannot register for more than two finance classes, and may only take one non-Stern (i.e. non-business) class. This non-business class can be taken from the College of Arts and Science (CAS). Exceptions will only be made for students taking Economics classes.
PLEASE NOTE: Our Economics courses are taught between Stern and the College of Arts and Science (CAS), and students may take a maximum of two Economics classes while on exchange. Economics classes can either be both at Stern, both at CAS or one from Stern and one from CAS. If a student selects two Economics classes from CAS, the remainder of their courses must be taken at Stern.
Course descriptions are available in the Stern Undergraduate Bulletin and the College of Arts and Science (CAS) Bulletin. Students may use the Albert Course Search to view course offerings by semester.
