GPA Scale Converter
Convert your GPA from one grading scale to another in seconds. Enter your current GPA, choose its original scale, and select the scale you want to convert it to.
Convert Your GPA
Conversions are proportional — your GPA is scaled by its position on your own scale (your GPA ÷ your maximum × the target maximum). This is an approximation used for quick comparison. Many universities publish their own official conversion table, so use theirs for applications and transcripts.
Conversion Result
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How to Use the GPA Scale Converter
Using the calculator takes three simple steps:
- Enter your current GPA.
- Select the scale your GPA currently uses.
- Choose the GPA scale you want to convert it to.
Select Convert GPA to see your estimated result. You can also swap the original and new scales to reverse the conversion.
For example, to convert your GPA from a 5.0 to a 4.0 scale, enter your GPA, set 5.0 as the current scale, and set 4.0 as the new scale.
How GPA Scale Conversion Works
GPA Scale Conversion Chart
| Performance Level | 4.0 Scale | 5.0 Scale | 7.0 Scale | 10.0 Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% of scale | 4.00 | 5.00 | 7.00 | 10.0 |
| 90% of scale | 3.60 | 4.50 | 6.30 | 9.00 |
| 80% of scale | 3.20 | 4.00 | 5.60 | 8.00 |
| 75% of scale | 3.00 | 3.75 | 5.25 | 7.50 |
| 70% of scale | 2.80 | 3.50 | 4.90 | 7.00 |
| 60% of scale | 2.40 | 3.00 | 4.20 | 6.00 |
| 50% of scale | 2.00 | 2.50 | 3.50 | 5.00 |
FAQs
How do I convert my GPA to a 4.0 scale?
Divide your GPA by the maximum GPA on your current scale. Multiply the result by 4.0.
For example, a 4.2 GPA on a 5.0 scale converts as follows:
4.2 ÷ 5.0 × 4.0 = 3.36
The estimated result is a 3.36 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
How do I convert a 5.0 GPA to a 4.0 scale?
Use this formula:
GPA on a 5.0 scale ÷ 5.0 × 4.0
A perfect 5.0 converts proportionally to 4.0. A 4.5 on a 5.0 scale converts to approximately 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.
How do I convert a 4.0 GPA to a 5.0 scale?
Divide the GPA by 4.0 and multiply it by 5.0.
For example:
3.2 ÷ 4.0 × 5.0 = 4.0
The estimated result is 4.0 on a 5.0 scale.
What is a 3.5 GPA on a 5.0 scale?
A 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale converts proportionally to approximately 4.38 on a 5.0 scale.
What is an 85 percent grade on a 4.0 scale?
On a common percentage conversion chart, an 85 percent grade is approximately a 3.0 GPA. Your school may use a different grading range.
What is an 80 percent grade on a 4.0 scale?
An 80 percent grade is commonly estimated as a 2.7 GPA. Confirm the exact conversion with your school’s grading policy.
Can a GPA be higher than 4.0?
Yes. A weighted grading system may allow GPAs above 4.0 by awarding extra points for advanced courses. A school may use a 4.5, 5.0, 6.0 or another weighted maximum.
Can I convert a weighted GPA to an unweighted GPA?
Not accurately from the cumulative GPA alone. A proper conversion normally requires the individual course grades, credit values, course levels and the school’s weighting rules.
Is this GPA converter official?
No. It provides a mathematical estimate. The institution reviewing your GPA may use its own conversion or transcript-evaluation method.