Rpi Gpa Calculator

RPI GPA Calculator

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Course Name	Credits	Grade
		A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D F
		A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D F

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Understanding the RPI Grading Scale

At Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), your academic standing is determined by your Grade Point Average (GPA). Unlike some institutions that use flat grading systems, RPI utilizes a plus/minus system to more accurately reflect student performance in rigorous engineering, science, and technology coursework.

RPI Letter Grade Values

To calculate your GPA, you must first understand the numerical weight assigned to each letter grade:

• 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
• F: 0.00

How to Calculate Your RPI GPA

The calculation for your GPA follows a weighted average formula based on credit hours. Here is the step-by-step process used by the Registrar:

1. Determine Quality Points: Multiply the numerical value of the grade received by the number of credits for the course (e.g., an 'A' in a 4-credit course equals 16 quality points).
2. Sum Quality Points: Add all quality points earned during the semester.
3. Sum Credits: Add all credit hours attempted for a letter grade.
4. Divide: Divide the total quality points by the total credits attempted.

Example Calculation

If you take three courses at RPI:

Course	Credits	Grade	Points
Physics I	4	A- (3.67)	14.68
Calculus II	4	B (3.00)	12.00
HASS Elective	4	A (4.00)	16.00

Total Points: 42.68 | Total Credits: 12 | Semester GPA: 3.557

Impact on Academic Standing

Maintaining a strong GPA at RPI is critical for several reasons:

• Dean's List: Requires a term GPA of 3.50 or higher with no grade lower than a C and at least 12 credit hours.
• Academic Probation: Students falling below specific thresholds (usually a 2.0 cumulative GPA) may be placed on academic probation.
• Financial Aid: Most scholarships at Rensselaer require a minimum cumulative GPA to maintain eligibility.

Disclaimer: This calculator is intended for planning purposes only. Always verify your official GPA through the RPI SIS (Student Information System).