Grading Policies for the Ivies? Help!

Colleges and Universities A-Z Princeton University
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<p>I am applying to two ivies next year (Princeton and Yale), and I was wondering if anyone could give me a little more information on their grading policies and how they compare to other schools. For instance, I am also going to apply to NYU, UC Berkeley, JHU, and CO School of Mines.</p>

<p>I am aware of the grade deflation at Princeton, but I would like to know more about it.</p>

<p>I haven't been able to find any good sources that discuss Yale's grading policy.</p>

<p>Right now, Princeton seems slightly more appealing to me than Yale, but Yale does have some advantages (my friend might also go there, and they have a medical school). I really could see myself at either, but Princeton just seems more... "me."</p>

<p>I am going into college on the Pre-Med track, so grading is very important to me, but I know that it shouldn't completely sway my decision.</p>

<p>So, I would love any input or advice that anyone has to offer regarding grading policies for Princeton, Yale, and other colleges for a Pre-Med student.</p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>I feel grade deflation at Princeton is greatly exaggerated on this site. In particular, the sciences and engineering has been affected very little by grade deflation. Even before the policies, they were already in accordance with University GUIDELINES on grading. Grade deflation has affected the humanities and social sciences more. Efforts have been made so that grades in these areas are not too high compared to the sciences.</p>

<p>Despite having only been here 1 semester, I don't really feel the effect of grade deflation at all. I work hard, and I feel i earn the grades that I receive.</p>

<p>I seriously think often times, students just complain about the policy as an excuse for lower than expected grades. If you worked hard and deserve an A in any class, the teacher will in all likelihood give you an A.</p>

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<p>Thank you, hallowarts!</p>

<p>Does anyone know about Yale?</p>