The Ohio State University GPA Calculator
Calculate your GPA at The Ohio State University (Ohio State) in Columbus, OH, using its grading scale. Add your courses, grades, and credit hours below.
Also written OSU.
GPA across 10 credits
The Ohio State University grading scale
Ohio State uses the standard .3/.7 +/− scale; no A+ or D− is awarded.
| Letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|
| A+ | 4.0 |
| A | 4.0 |
| A- | 3.7 |
| B+ | 3.3 |
| B | 3.0 |
| B- | 2.7 |
| C+ | 2.3 |
| C | 2.0 |
| C- | 1.7 |
| D+ | 1.3 |
| D | 1.0 |
| D- | 0.7 |
| F | 0.0 |
How to calculate your Ohio 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 Ohio State
Graduating with honors
| Honor | Minimum cumulative GPA |
|---|---|
| Cum laude | 3.50 |
| Magna cum laude | 3.70 |
| Summa cum laude | 3.90 |
You also need at least 60 credit hours of Ohio State coursework graded A–D or S. Credits graded PA/NP or PE, and credits earned in repeated coursework, do not count toward those 60 hours. Individual colleges may add stipulations beyond this university minimum.
Dean's List
Ohio State requires a term GPA of at least 3.50. Requires at least 12 graded credit hours in the term. A grade of E, EN, U, UEN, NP, or P disqualifies you for that term even if your point-hour ratio is 3.50 or higher.
Sources
The grading scale and policies above were checked against The Ohio State University's own published policies on July 28, 2026:
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 If you spot something out of date, tell usand we'll correct it.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 Ohio State?
Each letter grade maps to grade points on The Ohio State University's scale (Standard 4.0 (A = 4.0, with +/−)). Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum them, and divide by total credits.
What is the maximum GPA at Ohio State?
The maximum GPA is 4.0 on this scale.
What GPA do you need to graduate with honors at Ohio State?
Cum laude starts at 3.50, magna cum laude at 3.70, summa cum laude at 3.90. You also need at least 60 credit hours of Ohio State coursework graded A–D or S. Credits graded PA/NP or PE, and credits earned in repeated coursework, do not count toward those 60 hours. Individual colleges may add stipulations beyond this university minimum.
What GPA do you need for the Dean's List at Ohio State?
A term GPA of 3.50 or higher. Requires at least 12 graded credit hours in the term. A grade of E, EN, U, UEN, NP, or P disqualifies you for that term even if your point-hour ratio is 3.50 or higher.
Is this the official calculator?
No — this is a free study tool. Always confirm your GPA against The Ohio State University's official registrar or student portal.
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