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Universities in United States

Nicholls State University

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Norco College

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Norfolk State University (NSU)

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Normandale Community College

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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCAT)

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North Carolina Central University (NCCU)

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North Carolina State University (NCSU)

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North Central Texas College (NCTC)

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North Dakota State University (NDSU)

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North Idaho College (NIC)

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Northampton Community College (NCC)

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Northeast Community College

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Northeast Lakeview College (NLC)

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Northeast State Community College (NeSCC)

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Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC)

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Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU)

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Northeastern State University (NSU)

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Northeastern University

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Northern Arizona University (NAU)

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Northern Kentucky University (NKU)

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Northern State University (NSU)

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Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)

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Northern Wyoming Community College District (NWCCD)

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Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC)

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NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)

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Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC)

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Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC)

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Northwest Missouri State University

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Northwest Vista College (NVC)

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Northwestern State University of Louisiana (NSU)

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Northwestern University

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Norwalk Community College (NCC)

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Norwich University (NU)

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Nova Southeastern University (NSU)

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Oakland Community College (OCC)

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Oakland University (OU)

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Grading intelligence

Grading systems used at United States universities

923 universities use a letter-grade scale
Scale range
0.0–4.3
Top grade
A = 4.0

e.g. Abilene Christian University (ACU)· Academy of Art University (AAU)· Adelphi University

97 universities use a percentage-based scale
Scale range
0.0–4.0
Top grade
A = 4.0

e.g. Ashford University· Athens Technical College· Atlantic Cape Community College

1 university uses a percentage (no grade points) scale
Scale range
0.0–4.0
Top grade
A+ = 0.0

e.g. Bristol Community College (BCC)

Each United States university stores its own grading scheme — including any plus/minus subdivisions, custom cut-offs, and scale maxima — so you don’t need to convert your GPA manually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.

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These 984 calculators have had their grading scheme checked against the university’s own published policy — the table the calculator applies is the table the institution prints:

United States GPA Calculator FAQs

Common questions students from United States ask about calculating their GPA with GPAWise.

Which grading scale do United States universities use?
Across the 1021 universities we list in United States, 923 universities use a letter-grade scale (0.0–4.3), 97 universities use a percentage-based scale (0.0–4.0), and 1 university uses a percentage (no grade points) scale (0.0–4.0). Each sets its own cut-offs, so your GPA reflects your specific institution rather than a generic conversion. Examples in our listing include Abilene Christian University (ACU), Academy of Art University (AAU), and Adelphi University.
What is considered a good GPA at United States universities?
On United States's most common 4.3-point scale, a GPA of about 3.2 is generally considered good and 3.8 or above excellent; many graduate programs look for at least 3.2. Because each university sets its own cut-offs, treat these as planning figures — your registrar may round or weight credits differently.
Is GPAWise free for students in United States?
Yes — GPAWise is completely free for students in United States, with no signup and no email. Your GPA inputs stay in your browser, scoped to this site, for 60 days from your last visit — they're never sent to a server unless you choose to submit feedback.
How accurate is the GPA calculation for United States institutions?
For the courses and credits you enter, the calculator applies each United States university's official grading scheme so the result matches your transcript. United States uses the 4.0 scale (A = 4.0), and differences usually come from special credits (audit, withdraw, transfer) or rounding rules your registrar may apply differently.
Can I see what semester GPA I need next semester to hit a target?
Yes — every per-university page on GPAWise has a Target GPA calculator (linked from the regular calculator's result card) that tells you the average semester GPA you'd need across your remaining credits to reach a goal. It uses the same institution-specific grading scheme.