GPA Calculator
Plus(+), Minus(-) Effective Dates
- Architecture - Fall 1978 to Present
- Comm./Info Studies - Fall 1996 to Summer 1998
- Landscape Architecture - Spring 1983 to Present
- Arts and Sciences - Fall 1996 to Summer 1998
- Fine Arts - Fall 1991 to Summer 1998
- Law - Fall 1971 to Present
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| # of Credit Hours | Letter Grade | # of Quality Points |
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Re-click the Compute buttons for Predicted Current GPA, Cumulative GPA transcript data, and Predicted Cumulative GPA whenever you change the "what-if" numbers entered into this calculator. Otherwise, your new "what-if" numbers will NOT be factored into the GPA predictions and your results will be incorrect.
| # of Quality Hours | Grade Point Average | # of Quality Points |
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To see how your Predicted Current GPA will effect your Cumulative GPA, just enter your Cumulative Quality Hours (QH) and Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) as shown on your current transcript -- in the purple boxes below. Cumulative Quality Points (QP) will be computed by the GPA Calculator. Please note that Unofficial Transcripts/Cumulative GPA can be viewed on-line using myUK.
| # of Quality Hours | Grade Point Average | # of Quality Points |
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This GPA Calculator was adapted from the GPA Calculator created by Tom O'Brien of the UC Berkeley Academic Achievement Division.
General Marking System
| Grade | Description | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | (College of Law only) | 4.3 |
| A | Exceptionally High Achievement | 4.0 |
| A- | 3.7 | |
| B+ | 3.3 | |
| B | High Achievement | 3.0 |
| B- | 2.7 | |
| C+ | 2.3 | |
| C | Average Achievement | 2.0 |
| C- | 1.7 | |
| D+ | 1.3 | |
| D | Minimum Passing Grade | 1.0 |
| D- | 0.7 | |
| E | Failing | |
| F | Failing (in Pass/Fail Course) | |
| AU | Audit | |
| CR | Credit Awarded for AP or CLEP | |
| I | Incomplete | |
| IP | Satisfactory Work in Progress | |
| P | Passing (in Pass/Fail Course) | |
| S | Satisfactory | |
| U | Unsatisfactory | |
| W | Withdrawn | |
| *** | No Grade Submitted |
- Current GPA
- Includes grades from a specific term.
- Cumulative GPA
- Includes grades earned in a specific career. Careers: Undergraduate, Graduate, Law and Pharmacy.
- The GPA is equal to the number of Quality Points (QP) divided by the number of Quality Hours (QH).
- Quality Hours (QH) = total number of hours for courses student received a grade of A, B, C, D or E (including + and - grades).
- Quality Points (QP) = number of credit hours per course multiplied by the value of the grade received. Example values: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, E=0.
- Courses with grades of P, F, I, S, W, or AU do not figure in GPA calculations.
Sample Grade Point Average Calculation
| Course | Grade | QH | G.P. Equivalent | Total QP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY 100 | C | 4 | 2.0 | 8.0 |
| CHE 105 | E | 3 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| ENG 101 | B+ | 3 | 3.3 | 9.9 |
| PHY 211 | B- | 5 | 2.7 | 13.5 |
| Total: | 15 | 31.4 | ||
| 31.4 QP ÷ 15 QH = 2.09 G.P.A. |
If you have any questions, please call the Registrar's Office at (859) 257-8729 or e-mail: jhager@email.uky.edu.
Additional information is also available in the University Bulletin in the Academic Requirements (PDF). See Transfer of Credit (PDF) concerning credit earned at other institutions, Academic Bankruptcy, Academic Probation, Academic Suspension, and Reinstatement or Scholastic Probation.
Students may view their Cumulative GPA on-line using myUK.
Support
Campus Resources available to help improve your Grade Point Average:
Student Support Services
Student Support Services
6 Alumni Gym
Phone: (859) 257-9797
Student Support Services at the University of Kentucky is a federally funded program designed to provide academic support services to improve academic performance and increase retention and graduation rates of college students who are first generation college students, low income, or have a disability. SSS provides opportunities for participation in study skills development, tutoring, academic planning, personal counseling, peer mentoring, financial aid resource exploration, graduate school preparation, cultural/social activities, and technology readiness.
Eligibility Requirements for SSS
Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and should qualify under one or more of the following categories:
- be a first generation college student (neither parent has a four-year college degree)
- be low income (according to guidelines established by U.S. Department of Education)
- have a documented (physical or learning) disability
Center for Academic Resources and Enrichment Services (CARES)
660 South Limestone Street
(859) 323-6347
CARES offers academic support services and enrichment opportunities that enhance the student's undergraduate
experience. The overall program goals are to increase the retention and graduation rates of students traditionally
underrepresented in post-secondary education, including African American, Latino, and Native American students.
The Center's services and programs include tutoring, study groups, academic planning and monitoring, career
exploration and networking opportunities, personal development workshops, graduate school information and
preparation, the Freshman Summer Program (FSP), a six-week academic enrichment program, and help with
personal issues.
The Study
The Study
Third Floor, Complex Commons
(859) 257-1356
The Study at the University of Kentucky provides a variety of resources in one central location to guide students to more effective learning.
- Looking for help with learning skills?
- Need help achieving your potential in a class?
- Want to improve your writing?
Free Tutoring
A program within Academic Enhancement Programs, the Elevation Tutoring Program is a free, peer tutoring service for any student enrolled in an entry level course. Peer-guided study support provided on a regular schedule in The Study.
Study Skills
For a link to the Academic Enhancement Program
- Becoming a Master Student Workshops
- Study Skills Sessions
- Individual Learning Skills Consultation