Calculating GPA
The grade point average is a measure of how you are succeeding at UB. It is used in determining academic standards for good standing, financial eligibility, continued enrollment, and participation in University activities. The University reviews the academic records of all students on a regular basis.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
The GPA at UB is the ratio of the number of grade points earned at UB to the number of graded credits at UB. Only letter grades of “A,” “A-,” “B+,” “B,” “B-,” “C+,” “C,” “C-,” “D+,” “D,” and “F” are utilized in determining GPA. GPA is also referred to as QPA (quality point average). Please refer to the Undergraduate Grading Overview or the Graduate School Grading Overview for more information about grade tables.
Overall GPA
The overall GPA is the ratio of the number of grade points earned at all institutions (UB and transfer) to the number of graded credits at all institutions. The student’s Academic Advisement Report includes the overall average. Academic Advisement Reports can be accessed in your HUB Student Center (via MyUB).
Grade Points Earned
The number of grade points earned is the sum of the products of the credit hours associated with courses taken and the numerical equivalents of the grades earned for those courses.
Graded Credits
Graded credits are the total number of credits for which the student has earned a letter grade.
How does UB calculate GPA?
The cumulative GPA is the weighted average of the grade points awarded for all courses taken to date. Students can calculate their GPA by dividing the grade points obtained by the number of credit hours attempted (not the credit hours earned).
What is the grading system in Botswana?
The pass grades for BGCSE are, from highest to lowest, A*, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, and U. The process to decide these grades involves the uniform mark scheme (UMS). Achieving less than 29% results in a U (unclassified). The maximum points a student can get is 48 points in six subjects.
How do they calculate GPA in university?
You will divide the total point by the total number of credit unit loads for the first semester.
- Total Quality Point (TQP) = 63.
- Total Credit Uni (TCU) = 19.
- GPA = 63/19 = 3.32.
How do you convert to GPA?
The top grade is an A, which equals 4.0. You calculate your overall GPA by averaging the scores of all your classes.
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| Letter Grade | Percent Grade | 4.0 Scale |
|---|---|---|
| A | 93-96 | 4.0 |
| A- | 90-92 | 3.7 |
| B+ | 87-89 | 3.3 |
| B | 83-86 | 3.0 |
What grades do you need to have a 3.75 GPA?
Most Common Grading Scale:
| Grade | Scale | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A | 90 – 100 | Grade Points: 4 |
| A- | 85 – 89 | Grade Points: 3.75 |
| B+ | 80 – 84 | Grade Points: 3.50 |
| B | 75 – 79 | Grade Points: 3 |