Iowa State University GPA Calculator
Calculate your GPA at Iowa State University in Ames, IA, using its grading scale. Add your courses, grades, and credit hours below.
Also written ISU.
GPA across 10 credits
Iowa State University grading scale
Iowa State uses .33/.67 increments (A− = 3.67); the highest grade is A = 4.0 (no A+).
| Letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|
| A+ | 4.0 |
| A | 4.0 |
| A- | 3.67 |
| B+ | 3.33 |
| B | 3.0 |
| B- | 2.67 |
| C+ | 2.33 |
| C | 2.0 |
| C- | 1.67 |
| D+ | 1.33 |
| D | 1.0 |
| D- | 0.67 |
| F | 0.0 |
How to calculate your Iowa State GPA
- Enter each course and choose the letter grade you earned.
- Add the credit hours for each course.
- Your credit-weighted GPA updates instantly above.
Academic policies at Iowa State
Graduating with honors
| Honor | Minimum cumulative GPA |
|---|---|
| Cum laude | 3.50 |
| Magna cum laude | 3.70 |
| Summa cum laude | 3.90 |
The bands run 3.50–3.69 cum laude, 3.70–3.89 magna cum laude, and 3.90 or higher summa cum laude. You need at least 60 semester credits completed at Iowa State, including a minimum of 50 graded or Satisfactory-Fail credits.
Dean's List
Iowa State requires a term GPA of at least 3.50. You need a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher across at least 12 credit hours of graded coursework, and no list is issued for summer session. A separate President's List recognises a 4.00 GPA across your two most recent semesters with at least 24 such credits.
Good academic standing
You need a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 to stay in good academic standing. You are in good standing with both a semester and cumulative GPA of at least 2.00. A semester GPA of 1.00–1.99 with a 2.00 or better cumulative triggers Academic Warning; below 1.00 in a semester, or below 2.00 cumulative, triggers Academic Probation.
Repeating a course
Iowa State's Designated Repeat policy replaces the earlier grade with the most recent one in your cumulative GPA, up to a combined limit of 18 semester credits. All attempts stay visible on your transcript, and grades beyond the 18-credit limit all count toward your GPA.
Pass/fail grades and your GPA
You may take up to 9 semester credit hours of electives Pass-Not Pass, with a P for a D− or better, and neither grade affects your GPA. Courses used to meet major, minor, or general-education requirements are generally not eligible.
Sources
The grading scale and policies above were checked against Iowa State University's own published policies on July 28, 2026:
- Iowa State Registrar — Dean's List and Honoraries
- Iowa State Catalog — Grading
- Iowa State Catalog — Academic Standing
- Iowa State Registrar — Pass/Not Pass Grading
Policies change. If you spot something out of date, tell usand we'll correct it.
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Frequently asked questions
How is GPA calculated at Iowa State?
Each letter grade maps to grade points on Iowa State University's scale (4.0 scale, thirds (A− = 3.67, B+ = 3.33)). Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum them, and divide by total credits.
What is the maximum GPA at Iowa State?
The maximum GPA is 4.0 on this scale.
What GPA do you need to graduate with honors at Iowa State?
Cum laude starts at 3.50, magna cum laude at 3.70, summa cum laude at 3.90. The bands run 3.50–3.69 cum laude, 3.70–3.89 magna cum laude, and 3.90 or higher summa cum laude. You need at least 60 semester credits completed at Iowa State, including a minimum of 50 graded or Satisfactory-Fail credits.
What GPA do you need for the Dean's List at Iowa State?
A term GPA of 3.50 or higher. You need a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher across at least 12 credit hours of graded coursework, and no list is issued for summer session. A separate President's List recognises a 4.00 GPA across your two most recent semesters with at least 24 such credits.
Can you retake a course to raise your GPA at Iowa State?
Iowa State's Designated Repeat policy replaces the earlier grade with the most recent one in your cumulative GPA, up to a combined limit of 18 semester credits. All attempts stay visible on your transcript, and grades beyond the 18-credit limit all count toward your GPA.
Is this the official calculator?
No — this is a free study tool. Always confirm your GPA against Iowa State University's official registrar or student portal.
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