Question 1

How is college GPA calculated?

Accepted Answer

Multiply each course's grade points (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, and so on) by its credit hours, add those quality points together, then divide by the total credit hours attempted.

Question 2

What GPA do nursing programs require?

Accepted Answer

Most BSN programs require a cumulative GPA of 2.75–3.0 to progress, and many require a C+ or B- in every nursing and science course regardless of overall GPA. Check your own program handbook.

Question 3

Can I raise my GPA in one semester?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but the effect shrinks as your total credits grow. Use the target calculator above to see the exact semester GPA you need.

Question 4

Does a W affect my GPA?

Accepted Answer

At most US universities a W (withdrawal) does not affect GPA, though it may affect financial aid satisfactory academic progress.

Question 5

Is this calculator accurate for my school?

Accepted Answer

It uses the standard 4.0 scale most US universities follow. A few schools weight A+ as 4.33 or skip minus grades — check your registrar's scale.

Grade	Points
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

College GPA Calculator

4.0 grade scale used

GPA Questions

Grade	Points
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

Grade	Points
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

Grade	Points
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