Is taking a class pass/fail bad for grad school/scholarshp/etc.?

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<p>at my school, one can take his social science electives pass/fail. <em>SWEET</em> Then, it occurred to me, maybe this will look bad on my transcript for grad school, scholarships, REUs, or other stuff like that.</p>

<p>I don't want to take easy classes and have to work to get an A. I just want to learn some things without being pressured to get good grades. (meaning, discover that I really hate this crap after getting a C) Besides, some of these electives aren't so easy. Like this religion class I'm taking next semester. The professor has a very low "easiness rating" on ratemyprofessors. And for the record, he memorized the entire bible, and he studied at the Harvard school of divinity. So I don't think he will treat us like we're boyscouts. </p>

<p>Anyways, is it bad?</p>

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<p>If it is a class in your major, then you certainly should take it for a grade. Otherwise, I doubt it matters if you want to get a job, scholarship, or REU. Also, if you are aiming for medical school, it would be unwise to take any med school requirements pass/fail. Though if you are uncertain of a class, perhaps auditing it over the summer at your university, a local state university or at a community college may not be a terrible idea.</p>

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<p>has anyone taken religious studies classes? how are they? I also want to take ASL (sign Language). I heard that one takes a lot of practice, so maybe a pass/fail for that one.</p>