Dalhousie University
GPA Calculator
Calculate your Dalhousie GPA and convert it to a percentage using the official 4.30 grade-point scale defined in Dalhousie Regulation 17.1.
Dalhousie GPA Calculator
Add each course with its letter grade and credit hours. Calculation uses Dalhousie's official 4.30 grade points.
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Dalhousie uses a 4.30 grade-point scale. A+ equals 4.30.
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How Dalhousie GPA Is Calculated
Dalhousie uses the standard weighted-average formula based on grade points and credit hours.
📝 Worked Example
Suppose a student takes 5 courses with the following grades and credit hours:
| Course | Credits | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | 3 | A+ | 4.30 | 3 × 4.30 = 12.90 |
| Course 2 | 3 | A− | 3.70 | 3 × 3.70 = 11.10 |
| Course 3 | 6 | B | 3.00 | 6 × 3.00 = 18.00 |
| Course 4 | 3 | C+ | 2.30 | 3 × 2.30 = 6.90 |
| Course 5 | 3 | B− | 2.70 | 3 × 2.70 = 8.10 |
| Total | 18 | — | — | 57.00 |
Plugging into the formula:
Dalhousie GPA to Percentage Converter
Convert your 4.30-scale Dalhousie GPA to an equivalent percentage instantly.
Convert GPA → Percentage
Enter any Dalhousie GPA between 0.00 and 4.30.
The Conversion Formula
Dalhousie uses a 4.30 scale, so:
Example: If your GPA is 3.70, then Percentage = (3.70 ÷ 4.30) × 100 ≈ 86.05%.
Official Dalhousie Grading Scale
Grade scale and definitions sourced from Dalhousie Regulation 17.1 (Undergraduate Academic Calendar).
📘 Dalhousie Grade Scale
Standard 4.30 scale. Note: grades of D+ and D− are not awarded at Dalhousie.
| Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90–100 | A+ | 4.30 | Excellent |
| 85–89 | A | 4.00 | Excellent |
| 80–84 | A− | 3.70 | Excellent |
| 77–79 | B+ | 3.30 | Good |
| 73–76 | B | 3.00 | Good |
| 70–72 | B− | 2.70 | Good |
| 65–69 | C+ | 2.30 | Satisfactory |
| 60–64 | C | 2.00 | Satisfactory |
| 55–59 | C− | 1.70 | Satisfactory |
| 50–54 | D | 1.00 | Marginal Pass |
| 0–49 | F | 0.00 | Inadequate |
Dalhousie GPA — Frequently Asked Questions
What GPA scale does Dalhousie University use?
Dalhousie uses a 4.30 grade-point scale under Regulation 17.1. A+ = 4.30, A = 4.00, A− = 3.70, down to F = 0.00. Grades of D+ and D− are not awarded.
How do I convert a Dalhousie GPA to a percentage?
Use this formula: Percentage = (GPA ÷ 4.30) × 100. For example, a GPA of 3.70 converts to approximately 86.05%.
What is the difference between Term GPA and Cumulative GPA?
Term GPA covers only the courses attempted in a single term.
Cumulative GPA (CGPA) covers all credit courses attempted after admission to Dalhousie, and is the figure most often used for academic standing and graduation.
How many credit hours is a Dalhousie course worth?
A one-term (half-credit) course is typically worth 3 credit hours, and a full-year (full-credit) course is typically worth 6 credit hours. Courses with a W or ILL grade are worth 0 credit hours and are GPA-neutral.
Reference: All grading data verified against the Dalhousie University Grade Scale and Definitions (Regulation 17.1).