How GPA Is Calculated
Grade Point Average (GPA) is a standardised measure of academic achievement used by universities in the US and many other countries. It is calculated as a weighted average of grade points (based on letter grades) across all courses, weighted by credit hours. A 4.0 GPA represents all A grades; a 2.0 represents all C grades.
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GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale.
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FAQs
How do letter grades convert to grade points on the 4.0 scale?
Standard conversion: A+ = 4.0, A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B- = 2.7, C+ = 2.3, C = 2.0, C- = 1.7, D+ = 1.3, D = 1.0, D- = 0.7, F = 0.0. Some universities use a 4.33 scale where A+ = 4.33.
What is the difference between GPA and CGPA?
GPA (Grade Point Average) typically refers to a single semester's grades. CGPA (Cumulative GPA) is the overall average across all semesters. Employers and graduate schools typically care about CGPA. Some universities also calculate major GPA separately from overall CGPA.
What GPA is needed for graduate school?
Minimum GPA requirements vary by programme and university. Many graduate programmes require a minimum 3.0 GPA (B average). Competitive programmes at top universities often look for 3.5+ GPAs. However, GPA is just one factor — GRE scores, research experience, and letters of recommendation also matter significantly.