How GPA Works at UCF
At the University of Central Florida, your GPA (Grade Point Average) is a reflection of your academic performance, calculated by assigning a point value to each grade you earn and averaging those points based on credit hours. This applies to your UCF Cumulative GPA (only courses taken at UCF) and your Overall GPA (all college-level work, including transfer credits).
GPA is used to determine your academic standing, eligibility for honors, scholarships, and even whether you’re in good academic standing.
UCF’s Grade Scale
Here’s how letter grades convert to grade points at UCF:
| Letter Grade | Grade Points |
|---|---|
| A | 4.0 |
| A– | 3.75 |
| B+ | 3.25 |
| B | 3.0 |
| B– | 2.75 |
| C+ | 2.25 |
| C | 2.0 |
| C– | 1.75 |
| D+ | 1.25 |
| D | 1.0 |
| D– | 0.75 |
| F | 0.0 |
| I (Incomplete) | Not Calculated |
| W (Withdrawn) | Not Calculated |
| NC (No Credit) | Not Calculated |
| S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) | Not Calculated |
UCF does not use a traditional +/- system; instead, they assign specific point values like 3.75 for an A– or 2.25 for a C+.
How to Calculate Your UCF GPA
- Multiply each course’s credit hours by the grade point value of the grade earned.
- Add up all grade points earned.
- Add up all credit hours attempted (only those receiving grade points).
- Divide total grade points by total credit hours.
Example:
- ENC1101 (3 credits, A): 3 × 4.0 = 12.0
- MAC1105 (3 credits, B+): 3 × 3.25 = 9.75
- SPC1608 (3 credits, C): 3 × 2.0 = 6.0
Total GPA = (12.0 + 9.75 + 6.0) / 9 = 3.08
Departmental or Program-Specific GPA Notes
UCF does not have university-wide variations in GPA scale by college or department. However, some programs—especially Engineering, Nursing, Business, and Honors College—may have stricter GPA requirements for admission, progression, or graduation.
For instance:
- College of Nursing may require a minimum 3.0 GPA in prerequisite courses.
- College of Business often imposes GPA cutoffs for limited access programs.
Always check with your college’s advising office for program-specific GPA rules.
GPA Impact on Academic Standing
UCF sets clear GPA thresholds:
- Good Standing: 2.0 UCF GPA and above
- Academic Probation: below 2.0 GPA
- Academic Dismissal: failure to improve GPA while on probation
If you’re on probation, UCF offers resources like the Knights Major Exploration and Transition Center (KMETC) and academic coaching to help you get back on track.
Graduation Honors at UCF
Graduating with honors? Here’s what you need:
| Honor | Minimum UCF GPA |
|---|---|
| Cum Laude | 3.5 |
| Magna Cum Laude | 3.7 |
| Summa Cum Laude | 3.9 |
These are based only on UCF coursework, not your overall GPA including transfers.
Final Tips
- Keep an eye on both your Term GPA and UCF Cumulative GPA.
- GPA calculators are available in your myUCF portal.
- Consider speaking to an academic advisor before dropping or retaking courses—it can affect your GPA and financial aid.