A GPA calculator converts letter grades to grade points on the standard 4.0 scale and computes the cumulative GPA.
About this calculator
A GPA calculator converts letter grades to grade points on the standard 4.0 scale and computes the cumulative GPA. GPA is the primary metric for academic performance in US educational systems and is used for college admissions, scholarships, honour rolls, and academic standing.
The 4.0 scale: A/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.
Common uses
- Calculate cumulative GPA from multiple course grades
- Check if GPA meets a scholarship or honor roll threshold
- Estimate the grades needed to raise GPA to a target
- Convert letter grades for academic applications abroad
Frequently asked questions
What GPA is needed for Dean's List?
Requirements vary by institution. Most universities set the Dean's List threshold at a GPA of 3.5 or above for the semester. Some institutions require 3.7 or higher. Minimum credit hours enrolled (typically 12+ hours) are also required to be eligible.