Grade-Point Average
A student's grade-point average (GPA) is the weighted mean value of all grade points earned by enrollment in a course at Penn State. This calculation determined by policy 51-30, 51-50.
Two grade-point averages are computed:
- Semester GPA: Courses completed for the specific semester.
- Cumulative GPA: All courses completed while at Penn State.
| Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|
| A | 4.000 |
| A- | 3.670 |
| B+ | 3.330 |
| B | 3.000 |
| B- | 2.670 |
| C+ | 2.330 |
| C | 2.000 |
| D | 1.000 |
| F | 0.000 |
