DePaul GPA Calculator: How to Compute Your Average

This calculator works out your DePaul University grade point average (GPA) on the standard 4.0 scale. You enter each course’s credit hours and the grade you received (A, B+, C-, etc.), and the calculator returns both your semester GPA and cumulative GPA. It uses the same grade point values DePaul publishes in its academic catalog, so the result matches what you would see on your unofficial transcript.

Formula

The GPA is the sum of grade points earned divided by the total credit hours attempted:

GPA = (Σ grade points × credit hours) ÷ (Σ credit hours)

Where:

• Grade points = the numeric value of each letter grade (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, F = 0.0)
• Credit hours = the number of semester hours assigned to each course (usually 1–4 at DePaul)
• Σ means “sum of” across all courses in the term or across your entire transcript

The calculator above takes the two totals directly: the sum of (grade point × credits) for all courses, and the sum of credits. If you have not yet added those up, do that first, then enter the totals.

Worked Example

Suppose you took four courses this quarter (DePaul runs on quarters, not semesters):

• English 101: 4 credits, grade B (3.0) → 4 × 3.0 = 12.0 points
• Math 110: 4 credits, grade A− (3.7) → 4 × 3.7 = 14.8 points
• History 200: 4 credits, grade C+ (2.3) → 4 × 2.3 = 9.2 points
• Art 105: 3 credits, grade B+ (3.3) → 3 × 3.3 = 9.9 points

Total grade points = 12.0 + 14.8 + 9.2 + 9.9 = 45.9. Total credit hours = 4 + 4 + 4 + 3 = 15.

GPA = 45.9 ÷ 15 = 3.06. The calculator’s default inputs (45 points, 15 hours) give 45 ÷ 15 = 3.00, which is the same calculation with slightly different numbers. Use your own totals to get your exact GPA.

How DePaul’s Grading Scale Works

DePaul uses the standard 4.0 scale with plus/minus grades, but it does not include an A+ (the highest is A = 4.0). The full scale is:

• 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
• F = 0.0

Pass (P) and Satisfactory (S) grades do not affect your GPA. Withdrawals (W) and incomplete (I) grades also do not count as attempted hours. Repeated courses: DePaul’s policy allows you to repeat a course and have only the new grade count toward your GPA, but the old grade remains on your transcript. Check the current catalog for the exact repetition rules, as they can change.

Quarter vs. Semester GPA

DePaul operates on the quarter system, not semesters. A typical full-time load is 12–16 quarter hours per term. Your GPA is calculated the same way regardless of the system, but credit hours differ: a 3-credit quarter course is roughly equivalent to a 2-semester-hour course. When comparing GPAs with semester-based schools, you can convert quarter hours to semester hours by multiplying by ⅔ (or semester to quarter by multiplying by 1.5). The GPA number itself stays the same on the 4.0 scale, but the credit hours change, which matters if you are transferring or applying to graduate school.

How to Calculate Your DePaul GPA Manually

1. List every course you took in the term (or your entire transcript).
2. For each course, multiply the grade point value by the credit hours.
3. Add all those products together to get total grade points.
4. Add all the credit hours together.
5. Divide total grade points by total credit hours.
6. Round to two decimal places (DePaul does not round up; it truncates or rounds to the nearest hundredth, depending on your transcript system).

Example: 45.9 ÷ 15 = 3.06, not 3.07. If you get 3.055, it may display as 3.05 or 3.06 depending on rounding; check your unofficial transcript for the exact convention.

Common Mistakes and Misconceptions

• Forgetting plus/minus values: B− is 2.7, not 3.0. A common error is treating all B’s as 3.0.
• Using semester hours instead of quarter hours: If you transfer credits or take a course at another school, convert the hours first.
• Including P/S/W/I grades: These do not count in GPA. Only graded courses (A–F) count.
• Not weighting repeated courses correctly: If you repeat a course, only the new grade counts, but the credit hours still count once. Do not add both attempts.
• Assuming a 4.0 is possible with an A+: DePaul does not award A+, so the maximum GPA is exactly 4.0.

What Your GPA Means at DePaul

Your GPA is used for academic standing (good standing is typically 2.0 or above), graduation requirements (most majors require a minimum 2.0 in the major), and honors (Dean’s List often requires a 3.5 or higher). Graduate programs and employers may look at your cumulative GPA, but they also consider your major GPA and trend over time. A low GPA in your first year can be offset by strong later performance. If you are on academic probation, your advisor can explain the specific requirements to return to good standing.

Alternatives to This Calculator

You can check your official GPA on Campus Connection, DePaul’s student portal, under the unofficial transcript. That is the authoritative source. This calculator is useful for planning: you can estimate what grades you need in future courses to reach a target GPA. For example, if your current GPA is 2.8 with 60 credit hours, and you want a 3.0 after taking 15 more credits, you need (3.0 × 75 − 2.8 × 60) ÷ 15 = (225 − 168) ÷ 15 = 3.8 in those new courses. The formula works for any target.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does DePaul round GPA up?

No. DePaul does not round up a 2.99 to a 3.0. Your GPA is typically truncated to two decimal places (or rounded to the nearest hundredth, depending on the system). Check your unofficial transcript to see exactly how your GPA displays.

How do I calculate my GPA if I have transfer credits?

Transfer credits from other institutions are usually converted to DePaul quarter hours, but they do not count toward your DePaul GPA unless they are repeated at DePaul. Your DePaul GPA only includes courses taken at DePaul. Transfer credits appear on your transcript as earned hours but are excluded from the GPA calculation.

What is the minimum GPA to graduate from DePaul?

You need a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 to graduate, and most majors require a 2.0 in the major as well. Some programs (like education or nursing) have higher requirements. Check your specific college’s catalog.

Can I use this calculator for a single course?

No, because a single course has only one grade, so the GPA is just that grade’s point value (e.g., a B is 3.0). The calculator is for multiple courses. For a single course, you already know your GPA for that course.

How do I find my total grade points and credit hours?

Go to Campus Connection, view your unofficial transcript, and add up the grade points and credit hours for all graded courses. The transcript may list grade points per course; if not, multiply each grade’s point value by the credit hours and sum them.

Does an F affect my GPA more than a W?

Yes. An F gives you 0 grade points but still counts as credit hours attempted, dragging your GPA down. A W (withdrawal) does not count at all, so it has no effect on your GPA. However, too many W’s can affect financial aid or academic standing, so they are not a free pass.

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in t | Total grade points | - | 45 | 0
in h | Total credit hours | - | 15 | 0
out gpa | GPA | - | t / h | 2