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Harvard faculty votes to limit number of A's awarded, aiming to combat grade inflation

Updated on: May 20, 2026 / 11:18 PM EDT / CBS Boston

Harvard faculty votes to limit number of A's awarded, aiming to combat grade inflation

TL;DR

  • Harvard faculty voted to cap A grades at 20% of students per class, plus an additional four.
  • The new policy, effective Fall 2027, aims to combat grade inflation and make grades more meaningful.
  • A grades accounted for 60% of undergraduate grades in 2025, up from 20% in 2005.
  • Students expressed concerns about increased competition and potential disadvantages for graduate school applications.
  • The dean of undergraduate education praised the vote for strengthening academic culture.

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