GPA Scale: 4.0, 5.0 & Weighted GPA Chart (+ Converter)
Everything about GPA scales in one place: the standard 4.0 chart, weighted 5.0 scales, the 4.33 scale, what counts as a good GPA, and a converter for 4, 4.33, 5, 7, 10 and 100-point scales.
The standard GPA scale runs from 0.0 to 4.0: A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0 and F = 0.0, with plus and minus grades in between (A− = 3.7, B+ = 3.3). Weighted scales go up to 5.0 by adding 1.0 for AP and IB classes. A 3.0 is a B average; 3.5 and above is generally considered strong.
How to use the GPA scale converter
- Enter your GPA or score.
- Choose the scale it is on — 4.0, 4.33, 5.0, 7-point, 10-point or percentage.
- Choose the scale you want. The converter shows the proportional equivalent on every scale.
Proportional conversion (your score ÷ old maximum × new maximum) is a useful estimate, but grading systems are not linear — see the notes below before you put a converted GPA on an application.
The 4.0 GPA scale
| Letter | Percentage | GPA |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 97–100 | 4.0 |
| A | 93–96 | 4.0 |
| A− | 90–92 | 3.7 |
| B+ | 87–89 | 3.3 |
| B | 83–86 | 3.0 |
| B− | 80–82 | 2.7 |
| C+ | 77–79 | 2.3 |
| C | 73–76 | 2.0 |
| C− | 70–72 | 1.7 |
| D+ | 67–69 | 1.3 |
| D | 65–66 | 1.0 |
| F | Below 65 | 0.0 |
Other GPA scales
- 5.0 weighted scale — used by many US high schools. AP, IB and dual-enrollment classes add 1.0, so an A in AP is a 5.0. Honors classes often add 0.5. Calculate yours with the high school GPA calculator.
- 4.33 (or 4.3) scale — some colleges, many Canadian universities among them, award 4.33 for an A+. A 4.0 on this scale is roughly an A, not a perfect record.
- 7-point scale — common in Australia (HD = 7, D = 6, C = 5, P = 4). See the WAM calculator.
- 10-point scale — used for CGPA in India (O = 10, A+ = 9 …). See the CGPA calculator.
- 100-point / percentage — used directly in many countries, including much of Canada and Europe.
What is a good GPA?
| Unweighted GPA | Letter average | What it usually means |
|---|---|---|
| 3.8–4.0 | A | Top of the class; competitive for the most selective colleges and programs |
| 3.5–3.7 | A−/B+ | Strong; meets most honors, scholarship and graduate-school bars |
| 3.0–3.4 | B | Solid; meets the minimum for many scholarships and programs |
| 2.5–2.9 | B−/C+ | Below average for competitive programs |
| 2.0–2.4 | C | Minimum for good academic standing at most colleges |
| Below 2.0 | D/F | Academic probation risk |
“Good” depends on your goal. Many graduate programs list a 3.0 minimum, while the most competitive medical and law schools see averages well above 3.7.
Converting between scales: why it is only an estimate
A proportional conversion assumes grades are spread evenly, which they rarely are. Examples:
- An Indian CGPA of 8.0/10 converts proportionally to 3.2/4.0, but credential evaluators often rate it higher, because an 8.0 is a strong first-class result.
- A UK 2:1 (60–69%) is a good degree, yet proportionally it looks like a 2.4–2.8. US universities usually treat a 2:1 as roughly 3.3 or above.
- A 4.0 on a 4.33 scale is roughly an A, not the maximum.
For admissions, use the evaluator the institution names (for example WES or ECE), or the conversion table on the university’s international admissions page.
How to calculate a GPA on any scale
The method is the same everywhere:
Only the grade-point values change between scales. Our cumulative GPA calculator does the 4.0 version, the CGPA calculator the 10-point version, and the Pakistan GPA calculator the HEC-style 4.0 version.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 4.0 GPA scale?
The 4.0 scale assigns 4 points to an A, 3 to a B, 2 to a C, 1 to a D and 0 to an F, with plus/minus steps of about 0.3. Your GPA is the credit-weighted average of those points.
Is a 3.0 GPA good?
A 3.0 is a B average. It meets the minimum for many scholarships, transfer programs and graduate schools, but it is below average for highly selective colleges.
What is a 5.0 GPA scale?
A 5.0 scale is a weighted scale used by many high schools. AP, IB and dual-enrollment classes earn one extra point, so an A in an AP class is worth 5.0 instead of 4.0.
How do I convert my GPA to a 4.0 scale?
For a quick estimate, divide your GPA by your scale maximum and multiply by 4. For official purposes, convert each course grade to its 4.0 letter equivalent and recalculate, or use the evaluator your target university requires.
Is a 4.0 on a 4.33 scale perfect?
No. On a 4.33 scale only straight A+ grades reach 4.33. A 4.0 on that scale is roughly an A average.
What is a good GPA for college admissions?
For most four-year colleges a 3.0–3.5 unweighted GPA is competitive. Highly selective colleges typically admit students with 3.8–4.0 unweighted GPAs and rigorous course loads.
Related calculators
- ConvertersGrade ConverterPercentage, letter grade and 4.0 GPA conversions.
- ConvertersCGPA to Percentage CalculatorCBSE, VTU, Mumbai University and custom formulas.
Sources and methodology
Charts use the common US plus/minus scale. Cross-scale conversions are proportional estimates and are labelled as such.
- College Board BigFuture — GPA guidance for students
- World Education Services (WES) — Credential evaluation
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