<p>USC:
For Bisc 220 (General Biology) class last Spring, one of the professors told us that until then, the average on exams was B-, but for us they decided to be a C+. Just like that! The average on exam 2 and 3 was around 80/140 pts.He also told us that to get an A on his exams, we need to study 8 hours a day, plus 10-20 hrs during weekend. </p>
<p>On the other hand, the second professor (second part of the course), told us we need to study 8 hrs a week. He used scenario/application type of questions on exams. They both told us before the final exam that they were shooting for 65% average. </p>
<p>For General Chemistry classes (chem 105a/chem 105b), it clearly states on the syllabus:
“The class average is C/C+. To earn a B or B-, the scores must be more than just slightly above the class average.”</p>
<p>EDIT: I know a guy who used to be a writing for screen and televison major his freshman year at usc. He transferred to Stanford, and now he’s a human biology major and pre-med. I think that should answer your question.</p>