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Michigan State University GPA Calculator
| Course Name (Optional) | Credits | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.0 | ||
| 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.0 |
Your Calculated GPA
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Total Credits: 0 | Total Points: 0
How to Calculate Your MSU GPA
Michigan State University utilizes a unique numerical grading system ranging from 4.0 to 0.0. Unlike many universities that use letter grades (A, B, C), MSU assigns numerical values directly to your transcript. Calculating your GPA is a vital skill for Spartans to monitor academic standing and Dean's List eligibility.
The MSU Grading Scale
MSU uses increments of 0.5 for its grading system. Below is the standard conversion for calculating quality points:
| Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| 4.0 | Excellent / Outstanding |
| 3.5 | Superior |
| 3.0 | Very Good |
| 2.5 | Good |
| 2.0 | Satisfactory |
| 1.5 | Below Average |
| 1.0 | Poor |
| 0.0 | Failure |
Formula for GPA Calculation
Your Grade Point Average is calculated by dividing the total number of quality points earned by the total number of credits attempted for a numerical grade.
Step 1: Multiply the grade for each course by the number of credits (e.g., a 4.0 in a 3-credit course equals 12.0 points).
Step 2: Add all quality points together.
Step 3: Add all credit hours together.
Step 4: Divide Total Points by Total Credits.
Example Calculation
If a student takes the following courses:
- CEM 141 (4 Credits): Grade of 3.5 = 14.0 points
- ISS 210 (4 Credits): Grade of 4.0 = 16.0 points
- MTH 124 (3 Credits): Grade of 2.5 = 7.5 points
Total Points: 14.0 + 16.0 + 7.5 = 37.5
Total Credits: 4 + 4 + 3 = 11
Semester GPA: 37.5 / 11 = 3.409
Important Notes for Spartans
- Pass/No Grade (P/N): These do not factor into your GPA calculation.
- Incompletes (I): These do not impact your GPA until a final grade is recorded.
- Repeating Courses: Per MSU policy, when a course is repeated, the most recent grade is used in the GPA calculation, though previous attempts remain on the transcript.
- Dean's List: Generally requires a term GPA of 3.50 or higher with at least 12 credits taken for a numerical grade.