How GPA Is Defined at University of Texas at Austin
At The University of Texas at Austin, grade-point averages are calculated using a 4.0 scale with plus and minus letter grades. Undergraduate GPA includes all coursework taken at UT Austin for which a letter grade is assigned. Graduate GPA includes graduate coursework and eligible upper-division undergraduate coursework completed while enrolled in the Graduate School. Courses graded with non-letter symbols are excluded from GPA calculations. Official GPAs are maintained by the Office of the Registrar and appear on the academic record.
Who This GPA Calculator Is For
| Applies To | Does Not Apply To |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate students taking letter-graded courses | School of Law students |
| Graduate School students with letter-graded coursework | Courses graded Credit/No Credit |
| Students calculating semester or cumulative GPA | Courses with non-grade symbols |
Before You Use the GPA Calculator
- Collect the letter grades and credit hours for all courses you want to include
- Use only UT Austin’s official grade-point scale
- Exclude any courses graded with non-letter symbols
- For cumulative GPA, know your total completed UT Austin credit hours
This calculator is intended to match the official semester and cumulative GPA used on UT Austin transcripts.
Types of GPA Reported at University of Texas at Austin
- Semester GPA: GPA calculated for a single academic term
- Cumulative GPA: GPA calculated across all graded coursework at UT Austin
- Graduate GPA: GPA calculated for graduate-level and approved undergraduate coursework
Not all students will see all GPA types on their academic record. This calculator matches semester and cumulative GPA reporting.
Undergraduate GPA
Undergraduate GPA at UT Austin is calculated by multiplying each course’s grade-point value by its credit hours, summing the total grade points, and dividing by the total number of graded credit hours attempted at UT Austin. Courses graded with symbols are excluded.
Faculty / School GPA Distinction
| Faculty / School | GPA Calculated? | GPA Scale | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| All undergraduate units except Law | Yes | 4.0 plus/minus | Uses official UT Austin grade points |
| School of Law | No GPA reported | n/a | Registrar does not calculate GPA |
Official GPA Scale
UT Austin uses the following official grade-to-points scale. The university does not award A+ grades.
| Letter Grade | Grade Points |
|---|---|
| A | 4.00 |
| A- | 3.67 |
| B+ | 3.33 |
| B | 3.00 |
| B- | 2.67 |
| C+ | 2.33 |
| C | 2.00 |
| C- | 1.67 |
| D+ | 1.33 |
| D | 1.00 |
| D- | 0.67 |
| F | 0.00 |
Which Courses Count Toward GPA
| Included in GPA | Not Included in GPA |
|---|---|
| Letter-graded courses A–F | Credit/No Credit |
| UT Austin coursework with grades | Withdrawals (Q) |
| Graduate-level letter-graded courses | Incomplete (I) |
| Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory |
Miscounts most often occur when non-letter grades that appear on the transcript are incorrectly included in GPA calculations.
How Course Units Affect GPA at University of Texas at Austin
Each course contributes to the GPA in proportion to its credit hours. Courses with higher credit values have a greater effect on the GPA calculation than courses with fewer credits.
How GPA Is Calculated
Official Formula:
GPA = Total Grade Points ÷ Total Graded Credit Hours
Example:
A 3-credit course with an A (4.00) and a 4-credit course with a B+ (3.33):
- Grade points = (4.00 × 3) + (3.33 × 4) = 25.32
- Total credits = 7
- GPA = 3.62
Course Repeats or Special GPA Rules
UT Austin has specific policies governing repeated coursework. Repeated courses remain on the transcript, and GPA treatment follows official registrar rules. Only documented grade-replacement policies apply.
Transcript Grades vs GPA Calculations
Some grades appear on the academic transcript but do not affect GPA calculations. Only letter-graded coursework is included in GPA computations.
Graduate GPA
Graduate GPA includes graduate coursework and approved undergraduate coursework completed while enrolled in the Graduate School. Courses with non-letter grades are excluded. Graduate GPA requirements and minimum standards are governed by Graduate School policy and may vary by program.
Common GPA Mistakes Students Make
- Including Credit/No Credit courses in GPA calculations
- Using an A+ value that UT Austin does not assign
- Forgetting to weight grades by credit hours
- Confusing semester GPA with cumulative GPA
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPA scale does UT Austin use?
UT Austin uses a 4.0 grading scale with plus and minus grades. A is the highest grade awarded, and A+ is not used in GPA calculations.
Does UT Austin calculate GPA for Law students?
No. The Office of the Registrar does not calculate or report an official GPA for School of Law students.
Are Pass/Fail courses included in GPA?
No. Courses graded Credit/No Credit or other non-letter symbols do not count toward GPA.
Do transfer grades affect UT Austin GPA?
No. Only coursework completed at UT Austin with letter grades is included in GPA calculations.
Where can I find my official GPA?
Your official semester and cumulative GPA appear on your UT Austin academic record and official transcript.
Does graduate coursework affect undergraduate GPA?
No. Graduate coursework is calculated separately under Graduate School GPA rules.
Related Official University Links
- University of Texas at Austin Registrar — GPA Calculator
https://registrar.utexas.edu/tools/gpa-calculator - Texas One Stop — Grades and GPA
https://onestop.utexas.edu/student-records/grades/ - UT Austin Academic Catalog — Computation of the GPA
https://catalog.utexas.edu/general-information/academic-policies-and-procedures/computation-of-the-grade-point-average/ - UT Austin Graduate School — Grades and Credit
https://gradschool.utexas.edu/academics/policies/grades
Accuracy Disclaimer
This guide is based exclusively on publicly available University of Texas at Austin registrar and academic catalog documentation. Official transcripts and registrar records govern final GPA determinations.