How Your GPA Is Calculated
Your GPA is calculated by multiplying each course's semester-hour value by the grade points earned in that course, then adding the grade points from all courses and dividing by the total semester hours attempted.
If you repeat the same course, only the highest grade earned becomes your official grade for that course and is the one calculated into your GPA. Your first grade stays on your transcript of record but is removed from the GPA calculation and from total credits earned. Repeating the same course three or more times may result in higher tuition and fees.
Source: DMC Catalog 2025-2026: Grade Point Average; Repeating a Course and Grade Calculation — verified Aug 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can I save my semesters and track my CGPA at Del Mar College?
How do I convert SGPA to CGPA at Del Mar College?
Can I add past semester GPAs without entering every course?
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Is this Del Mar College GPA calculator free?
Does a Pass (P) grade affect my GPA at Del Mar College?
No. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis do not earn grade points and are not calculated into your GPA. If you fail a pass/fail course, the attempted credit hours still count toward the total attempted hours used to determine your GPA.
Source: DMC Catalog 2025-2026: Pass (P)/Fail (F) Grade policy — verified Aug 2026
Does an R grade in a developmental course affect my GPA at Del Mar College?
No. The R grade is used in developmental courses to show you made progress but are not yet ready for a more advanced course. It does not automatically convert to another grade and is not used in computing your GPA or academic standing.
Source: DMC Catalog 2025-2026: Repeat Grade (R) for Developmental Courses — verified Aug 2026