Usf Gpa Calculator

Reviewed by: **David Chen, CFA** | Last Updated: December 2025

This **USF GPA Calculator** helps students estimate their cumulative or term grade point average based on credit hours and letter grades achieved at the University of South Florida (USF) or other institutions using a standard 4.0 grading scale.

USF GPA Calculator

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USF GPA Calculator Formula

$$ \text{GPA} = \frac{\sum (\text{Grade Points} \times \text{Credit Hours})}{\sum (\text{Credit Hours})} $$

Formula Source: USF Grading Policy, Standard US Grading Scale Example

Variables

To accurately calculate your GPA, you need to input the following variables for each course:

• Credit Hours: The number of credits assigned to the course (e.g., 3 for a standard class, 1 for a lab).
• Letter Grade: The final letter grade received (e.g., A, B+, C, F), which is converted to grade points (4.0, 3.3, 2.0, 0.0, etc.).

What is USF GPA Calculator?

The USF GPA Calculator is an essential tool for students at the University of South Florida to track their academic standing. Unlike a simple average, GPA is a weighted average that reflects the time investment (credit hours) for each course. A three-credit course yielding an ‘A’ impacts your GPA significantly more than a one-credit course with the same grade.

This tool is designed to provide an unofficial estimate of your current term or cumulative GPA. It helps students understand how their grades in current courses will affect their overall academic standing, which is crucial for maintaining scholarships, meeting graduation requirements, or applying to graduate programs.

How to Calculate USF GPA (Example)

Follow these steps to understand how the calculator arrives at the final GPA:

1. Assign Grade Points: Convert each course’s letter grade to its corresponding point value (e.g., A=4.0, B+=3.3, C=2.0).
2. Calculate Quality Points: Multiply the Grade Points by the Credit Hours for each course. (Course 1: 3 credits * 3.7 points (A-) = 11.1 Quality Points).
3. Sum Totals: Add up all the individual Quality Points (Total Quality Points) and all the Credit Hours (Total Credits Attempted).
4. Calculate GPA: Divide the Total Quality Points by the Total Credits Attempted. (Example: 45.0 Quality Points / 15.0 Credits = 3.00 GPA).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the USF grading scale the same as a standard 4.0 scale?

Yes, USF primarily uses the standard 4.0 scale. However, non-standard grades like ‘S’ (Satisfactory) or ‘U’ (Unsatisfactory) do not count towards the GPA calculation. This calculator uses the letter grades that directly impact your GPA.

What is the minimum GPA required to avoid academic probation at USF?

Generally, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher to remain in good academic standing. This can vary slightly by college or program. Always refer to the official USF catalog for the most current policy.

Do repeated courses count twice in my GPA calculation?

At USF, the first attempt of a course, up to 3 courses, can be excluded from the GPA calculation if the course is repeated and a passing grade is received. However, this calculator provides a quick estimate based on the courses *you* input, treating them as current for the calculation.

How are courses with a ‘W’ (Withdrawal) handled?

A ‘W’ grade does not award credit hours and does not factor into the GPA calculation. Only courses with earned credit hours and grade points are used by the formula.