Overview of Benchmark and LEP Requirements

• Neuroscience students must complete specific benchmark courses for two benchmark reviews.
• LEP gateway courses are the benchmark courses for the first benchmark review. Additional courses are needed for the second benchmark review.
• Benchmark courses must be passed with a C- or better.
• Students must maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA (LEP requirement).
• Students may repeat only one gateway course (details on lep.umd.edu).
• Failure to meet benchmark and/or LEP requirements will lead to dismissal from the major.

Benchmark Courses and Review Terms