1. What is the UC Davis Grading Scale?

The UC Davis grading scale uses letter grades with plus/minus distinctions that correspond to specific grade point values. The scale ranges from A+ (4.0) to F (0.0), with intermediate grades having specific point values.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard GPA calculation formula:

Where:

• Grade Points — The numerical value of each letter grade
• Credits — The credit hours for each course

Explanation: The calculator sums the product of each grade's point value and its credit hours, then divides by the total number of credit hours.

3. Importance of GPA Calculation

Details: GPA is crucial for academic standing, scholarship eligibility, graduate school applications, and some employment opportunities. UC Davis uses GPA to determine academic probation status and graduation honors.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter at least one grade and its corresponding credit hours. You can add a second grade if needed. Credits can be in 0.5 increments (common for some UC Davis courses).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between A and A+ at UC Davis?
A: Both A and A+ are worth 4.0 grade points at UC Davis, unlike some other universities where A+ might be worth more.

Q2: How does P/NP grading affect GPA?
A: Pass/No Pass grades don't affect GPA at UC Davis. Only letter grades (A-F) are included in GPA calculations.

Q3: What's a good GPA at UC Davis?
A: Generally, 3.0+ is good, 3.5+ is very good, and 3.7+ is excellent. Standards vary by major and career goals.

Q4: How does repeat grading work in GPA calculation?
A: UC Davis allows grade replacement for repeated courses, where only the most recent grade is counted in GPA.

Q5: Where can I find my official UC Davis GPA?
A: Your official GPA is available on your transcript and in OASIS, the university's student information system.