University of Minnesota GPA Calculator
Official UMN Plus/Minus Grading Scale
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Understanding the University of Minnesota Grading System
Maintaining a strong GPA at the University of Minnesota (UMN) is essential for maintaining academic standing, securing scholarships, and meeting graduation requirements. UMN utilizes a standard A-F grading system with specific numerical values assigned to plus and minus grades.
UMN Official GPA Point Values
| Letter Grade | Grade Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4.000 | Represents achievement that is outstanding relative to the level necessary to meet course requirements. |
| A- | 3.667 | |
| B+ | 3.333 | |
| B | 3.000 | Achievement significantly above course requirements. |
| B- | 2.667 | |
| C+ | 2.333 | |
| C | 2.000 | Achievement meeting course requirements in every respect. |
| C- | 1.667 | |
| D+ | 1.333 | |
| D | 1.000 | Achievement worthy of credit even though it fails to meet course requirements. |
| F | 0.000 | Represents failure. |
Calculation Logic
UMN uses a weighted average system. To calculate your GPA manually:
- Multiply the numerical grade point value for each course by the number of credits for that course (this gives you your "Grade Points").
- Add all the Grade Points together.
- Divide the total Grade Points by the total number of credits attempted for a letter grade.
Note on S/N Grades: Grades of 'S' (Satisfactory) and 'N' (No Credit) do not carry grade points and are not included in the GPA calculation. However, 'N' grades do count as credits attempted but not earned.
Example Calculation
If you take three courses:
- Calculus (4 Credits): A- (3.667) → 4 * 3.667 = 14.668 points
- Economics (3 Credits): B (3.000) → 3 * 3.000 = 9.000 points
- English (3 Credits): A (4.000) → 3 * 4.000 = 12.000 points
Total Points: 35.668 | Total Credits: 10 | GPA: 35.668 / 10 = 3.567