Grade Point Averaging (GPA)
Students are responsible for knowing their grade point average and when their grade point average affects their academic standing. Grades and unofficial transcripts are available online through Self Service.
Grade Point Average Calculation Sample
| Course |
Grade |
Grade Points |
Credit Hours |
Calculation |
| BUSI-1301 |
A |
4 |
3 |
4 x 3 = 12 |
| ENGL-1301 |
B |
3 |
3 |
3 x 3 = 9 |
| ITSC-1415 |
C |
2 |
4 |
2 x 4 = 8 |
| CJLE-1211 |
D |
1 |
2 |
1 x 2 = 2 |
|
|
|
12 crs. |
31 gp. |
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|
|
31/12 = 2.583 GPA |
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Multiply the number of grade points for each grade by the number of credit hours for the course. Add the totals. Divide the total grade points by the number of hours attempted. Grades of IP, W, N or P and grades in developmental courses (A, B, C) are not included in the grade point averaging.
Note: The CTC Financial Assistance webpages include a GPA calculator that students can use to calculate their grade point average at https://www.ctcd.edu/students/current-ctc-students/financial-aid/completion-rate-calculator/.