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University at Buffalo, SUNY

United States

University at Buffalo, SUNY is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Akron

United States

University of Akron is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Alabama

United States

University of Alabama is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)

United States

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is a public research university in Birmingham, Alabama. Founded in 1969, it is known for its medical center and programs in health sciences, biomedical engineering, and public health. The university has over 22,000 students and is Alabama's largest employer.

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University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)

United States

University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)

United States

University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF)

United States

University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Arizona

United States

University of Arizona is a public research university founded in 1885 with strengths in astronomy, medicine, and environmental sciences. Convert your UA grades using their standard 4.0 scale with plus/minus grade modifiers.

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University of Arizona (UA)

United States

The University of Arizona is a public research university founded in 1885 in Tucson, Arizona. It is known for its programs in astronomy, medicine, and optical sciences. The university has over 46,000 students and is recognized for its research in space sciences, including its involvement in the OSIRIS-REx mission.

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University of Arkansas

United States

University of Arkansas is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Arkansas - Fort Smith (UAFS)

United States

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith (UAFS) is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC)

United States

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College (UA-PTC) is a prestigious institution in the United States known for its academic excellence and diverse programs. The university offers a comprehensive 4.0-based grading system that effectively evaluates student performance across various disciplines.

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Grading systems used at United States universities

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universities use the letter-grade scale (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, ...)
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universities use the percentage-based scale (graded out of 100)

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 anything manually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.

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?
Each United States university in our listing stores its own official grading scheme — most use either the 4.0 letter-grade scale or a percentage-based scale, with each institution's exact cut-offs and grade-point values stored individually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.
What is considered a good GPA at United States universities?
A competitive GPA varies by institution and program. Most United States graduate-school applications expect at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent percentage), with top programs often requiring 3.5+. Treat the figure GPAWise calculates as a planning estimate — your registrar may apply rounding or special-credit rules slightly differently.
Is GPAWise free for students in United States?
Yes. GPAWise is completely free, with no signup, no email, and no ads. Your 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 what your transcript will show. Differences usually come from special credits (audit, withdraw, transfer credits) or rounding rules your registrar may apply differently.
Can I see what 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 grade you'd need across your remaining credits to reach a goal. It uses the same institution-specific grading scheme.