University of Pittsburgh GPA Calculator
Calculate your GPA at University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) in Pittsburgh, PA, using its grading scale. Add your courses, grades, and credit hours below.
GPA across 10 credits
University of Pittsburgh grading scale
Pitt uses quarter-point increments (A− = 3.75, B+ = 3.25).
| Letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|
| A+ | 4.0 |
| A | 4.0 |
| A- | 3.75 |
| B+ | 3.25 |
| B | 3.0 |
| B- | 2.75 |
| C+ | 2.25 |
| C | 2.0 |
| C- | 1.75 |
| D+ | 1.25 |
| D | 1.0 |
| D- | 0.75 |
| F | 0.0 |
How to calculate your Pitt 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 Pitt
Graduating with honors
| Honor | Minimum cumulative GPA |
|---|---|
| Cum laude | 3.25 |
| Magna cum laude | 3.50 |
| Summa cum laude | 3.75 |
Pitt's thresholds are noticeably lower than most peer institutions. You need at least 60 letter-graded Pitt credits to qualify.
Dean's List
Pitt requires a term GPA of at least 3.50. In the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences you need at least 12 letter-grade credits with a term GPA of 3.50 or higher and no grade below a C. Pitt's other schools maintain their own Dean's Lists with independently set criteria.
Good academic standing
You need a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 to stay in good academic standing. You need a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher. Once you have completed at least 12 quality-point credits, a GPA below 2.00 places you on academic probation.
Repeating a course
When you repeat a course, the repeat grade replaces the original in your GPA — the original grade and credits are dropped from the calculation, though the repeat does not add extra credits toward your degree unless it replaces a failing grade.
Pass/fail grades and your GPA
Under the Satisfactory/No-Credit option, a grade of C or better earns an S, which counts toward graduation but is excluded from your GPA. You select it by submitting a Grade Option Request by the academic calendar deadline.
Sources
The grading scale and policies above were checked against University of Pittsburgh's own published policies on July 28, 2026:
- Pitt Undergraduate Catalog — Academic Regulations
- Pitt Undergraduate Catalog — Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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 If you spot something out of date, tell usand we'll correct it.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 Pitt?
Each letter grade maps to grade points on University of Pittsburgh's scale (4.0 scale, quarter-point (A− = 3.75, B+ = 3.25)). Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum them, and divide by total credits.
What is the maximum GPA at Pitt?
The maximum GPA is 4.0 on this scale.
What GPA do you need to graduate with honors at Pitt?
Cum laude starts at 3.25, magna cum laude at 3.50, summa cum laude at 3.75. Pitt's thresholds are noticeably lower than most peer institutions. You need at least 60 letter-graded Pitt credits to qualify.
What GPA do you need for the Dean's List at Pitt?
A term GPA of 3.50 or higher. In the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences you need at least 12 letter-grade credits with a term GPA of 3.50 or higher and no grade below a C. Pitt's other schools maintain their own Dean's Lists with independently set criteria.
Can you retake a course to raise your GPA at Pitt?
When you repeat a course, the repeat grade replaces the original in your GPA — the original grade and credits are dropped from the calculation, though the repeat does not add extra credits toward your degree unless it replaces a failing grade.
Is this the official calculator?
No — this is a free study tool. Always confirm your GPA against University of Pittsburgh's official registrar or student portal.
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