incompletes

Definition

A grade of 'I' granted when students have a legitimate reason for not finishing coursework by semester's end, theoretically meant for emergencies but sometimes weaponized by procrastinators. Converts to an F faster than you can say "I'll finish it over break."

Example Usage

After my surgery, the professor granted me an incomplete for the semester, giving me six weeks to submit my final project.

Origin

Formalized in American higher education grading systems in the early 1900s

Fun Fact

At most universities, only 40% of incompletes are ever completed, making it one of the most optimistic grades in academia.

Source: University registrar policies and FERPA guidelines

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