Kwantlen Polytechnic University
GPA Calculator
Calculate your Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) GPA using the official 4.33 standard grading system (A+ to F), then look up the percentage equivalent from KPU's official grade ranges.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University & the 4.33 Grading System
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is a public polytechnic university in British Columbia, Canada, with campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley and Cloverdale (KPU Tech). Under Policy AC4 (Student Evaluation and Grading), KPU's standard grading system assigns letter grades on a 4.33 grade-point scale, where A+ carries the maximum 4.33 grade points.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University GPA Calculator
Add each course with its KPU letter grade and semester credit hours. Works for Term GPA, Program GPA and Institutional CGPA — most KPU courses are 3 credits.
Add Your Courses
Uses KPU's standard 4.33 scale: A+, A, A−, B+, B, B−, C+, C, C−, D, F.
| Course | Grade | Credits | Actions |
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How to use the CGPA Calculator
- Enter your semester name or number (e.g. Semester 1, 1st, First).
- Enter the SGPA for that semester.
- Enter the total credits earned in that semester.
- Click “Add Semester”, then repeat for every completed semester.
- Click “Calculate CGPA” to see your cumulative result.
Although CGPA is normally awarded at the end of the programme, you can use this tool any time to see your current or running CGPA based on the semesters you've completed so far.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University GPA Formula
Per the official KPU Grading System in the University Calendar.
📝 Worked Example
A KPU student completes four courses in a term with the following grades (the calculation matches KPU's official sample):
| Course | Grade | Grade Points | Credits | Total Grade Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 1102 | B+ | 3.33 | 3 | 3 × 3.33 = 9.99 |
| CHEM 1102 | B | 3.00 | 5 | 5 × 3.00 = 15.00 |
| CPSC 1102 | B− | 2.67 | 3 | 3 × 2.67 = 8.01 |
| ENGL 1102 | A | 4.00 | 3 | 3 × 4.00 = 12.00 |
| Total | — | — | 14 | 45.00 |
Plugging into the formula:
KPU Grade to Percentage
KPU publishes an official percent-equivalent range for each letter grade. Pick a grade to see its official percentage band.
KPU Percentage Lookup
Select any KPU letter grade to see its official percent equivalent.
Note: KPU's grading scale maps each letter grade to a percentage range, not a single value. Unlike a flat 4.0 scale, KPU does not use a fixed multiplier (such as GPA × 25). Always use the official percent-equivalent range shown on the KPU Grading System page when reporting a percentage equivalent.
Official KPU Grading Scale
Per KPU's Standard Grading System (University Calendar 2025-26, Policy AC4).
📘 KPU Letter Grades, Grade Points & Percent Equivalents
Standard 4.33 grading system used for all KPU courses assigned a letter grade
| Letter Grade | Grade Points | Percent Equivalent | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ | 4.33 | 90 – 100 | Exceptional achievement |
| A | 4.00 | 85 – 89 | Outstanding achievement |
| A− | 3.67 | 80 – 84 | Excellent achievement |
| B+ | 3.33 | 76 – 79 | Very good achievement |
| B | 3.00 | 72 – 75 | Good achievement |
| B− | 2.67 | 68 – 71 | Good achievement |
| C+ | 2.33 | 64 – 67 | Satisfactory achievement |
| C | 2.00 | 60 – 63 | Satisfactory achievement |
| C− | 1.67 | 56 – 59 | Marginal achievement (not valid as a prerequisite) |
| D | 1.00 | 50 – 55 | Minimal achievement (not valid as a prerequisite) |
| F | 0.00 | 0 – 49 | Unsatisfactory achievement |
Note: The minimum passing grade using KPU's standard grading system is D. A grade of C or higher is required when a course is used as a prerequisite. KPU's GPA caps at 4.33 (the A+ value), so cumulative GPAs above 4.00 are possible.
📘 Competency-Based & GPA-Neutral Grades
Grades that may appear on a KPU transcript but are excluded from GPA calculations
| Grade | Meaning | Effect on GPA |
|---|---|---|
| MAS | Mastery (competency-based pass) | Not in GPA |
| EXP | Experience (participation-based pass) | Not in GPA |
| NCG | No Credit Granted | Not in GPA |
| AEG | Aegrotat (pass on extenuating circumstances) | Not in GPA |
| AUD | Audit | Not in GPA |
| CIP / DEF / I | Course in progress / Deferred / Incomplete | Not in GPA (temporary) |
| NA | Never Attended | Not in GPA |
| PLA / TRF | Prior Learning Assessment / Transfer credit | Not in Institutional GPA |
| W / WE | Withdrawal / Withdrawal (extenuating) | Not in GPA |
🎓 KPU GPA Thresholds
Key GPA benchmarks for KPU students
| GPA | Threshold |
|---|---|
| Term GPA ≥ 3.67 | Dean's Honour Roll (with 6+ credit hours in the term) |
| Institutional CGPA ≥ 2.00 | Minimum expected good academic standing |
| Institutional CGPA < 2.00 | Academic Warning (after 9.0 credit hours completed) |
| Min. grade C | Required to use a course as a prerequisite |
Note: Specific program-entry and graduation GPA requirements vary by faculty and credential. Verify with the KPU Office of the Registrar or your program page in the University Calendar.
KPU GPA — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kwantlen Polytechnic University grading scale?
KPU uses a standard 4.33 grading system:
A+ = 4.33 · A = 4.00 · A− = 3.67 · B+ = 3.33 · B = 3.00 · B− = 2.67 · C+ = 2.33 · C = 2.00 · C− = 1.67 · D = 1.00 · F = 0.00.
The minimum passing grade in the standard grading system is D.
How is the KPU GPA calculated?
Multiply the grade points for each course by its semester credit hours, add those totals, and divide by the total credit hours: GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credits) ÷ Σ(Credits).
A separate GPA is calculated for each academic level. Most KPU courses are 3 credits.
How is a KPU grade converted to percentage?
KPU lists an official percent-equivalent range for each letter grade rather than a single multiplier: A+ = 90-100, A = 85-89, A− = 80-84, B+ = 76-79, B = 72-75, B− = 68-71, C+ = 64-67, C = 60-63, C− = 56-59, D = 50-55, F = 0-49.
Because KPU uses ranges, there is no fixed GPA × 25 formula — use the official band when an institution asks for a percentage.
What is the difference between Term GPA, Program GPA and Institutional CGPA?
Term GPA covers all courses taken at KPU in a specific term. Program GPA covers all courses applicable to a specific credential. Institutional CGPA covers all courses taken at KPU.
KPU also recognises a Transfer GPA (transfer and PLAR courses) and an Overall GPA (all courses combined).
What CGPA do I need to stay in good standing at KPU?
For programs in which letter grades are assigned, a minimum Institutional CGPA of 2.00 is expected. Falling below 2.00 after 9.0 credit hours leads to Academic Warning.
A Term GPA of 3.67 or higher (with 6+ credit hours in the term) qualifies for the Dean's Honour Roll.
How are repeated courses handled in the KPU GPA?
All grades stay on the transcript, but if a course is repeated to replace a failed or lower grade, only the higher grade is used to compute GPAs and academic standing.
Normally a course may not be repeated more than once.
Do MAS, EXP, AUD, W and TRF grades count in the GPA?
No. Competency-based grades (MAS, EXP, NCG) and GPA-neutral grades such as AEG, AUD, CIP, DEF, I, NA, PLA, TRF, W, WE do not factor into GPA calculations.
Only courses assigned a standard letter grade (A+ to F) are included in the GPA.
References: All formulas and grading data verified against the official KPU University Calendar — Grades, the KPU Academic Standing regulations, and the Kwantlen Polytechnic University official website.