LSU Cumulative GPA Calculator - Louisiana State University
Enter your LSU course information and click calculate to determine your Tiger cumulative GPA
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About Louisiana State University Cumulative GPA Calculation
Louisiana State University uses a standard 4.0 GPA scale to evaluate student academic performance. Understanding how your cumulative GPA is calculated is essential for maintaining good academic standing and meeting graduation requirements at LSU.
Louisiana State University Grading Scale
| Letter Grade |
Grade Points |
Percentage Range |
Description |
| A |
4.0 |
90-100% |
Excellent |
| A- |
3.7 |
87-89% |
Excellent |
| B+ |
3.3 |
84-86% |
Good |
| B |
3.0 |
80-83% |
Good |
| B- |
2.7 |
77-79% |
Good |
| C+ |
2.3 |
74-76% |
Satisfactory |
| C |
2.0 |
70-73% |
Satisfactory |
| C- |
1.7 |
67-69% |
Satisfactory |
| D+ |
1.3 |
64-66% |
Poor |
| D |
1.0 |
60-63% |
Poor |
| D- |
0.7 |
57-59% |
Poor |
| F |
0.0 |
Below 57% |
Failing |
How to Calculate Your LSU Cumulative GPA
Your cumulative GPA includes all coursework attempted at LSU:
Cumulative GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours
Where Quality Points = Grade Points × Credit Hours for each course
LSU Academic Standards
- Good Academic Standing: Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Dean's List: Semester GPA of 3.5 or higher with at least 12 credit hours
- Chancellor's Honor Roll: Semester GPA of 3.75 or higher with at least 12 credit hours
- Academic Probation: Cumulative GPA below 2.0
- Academic Suspension: Failure to raise GPA above 2.0 after probation
Louisiana State University Colleges and Schools
LSU offers a wide range of academic programs across multiple colleges:
- College of Arts and Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Psychology
- E. J. Ourso College of Business: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing
- College of Engineering: Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering
- College of Agriculture: Agricultural Business, Animal Sciences, Plant and Soil Sciences
- College of Human Sciences and Education: Education, Kinesiology, Human Ecology
- Manship School of Mass Communication: Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media
- School of Music: Music Education, Performance, Composition
- College of Art and Design: Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Interior Design
- School of Veterinary Medicine: Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
- Paul M. Hebert Law Center: Juris Doctor and legal studies programs
LSU Academic Requirements by Program
| Program/College |
Minimum GPA |
Special Requirements |
| General Admission |
2.0 |
Good standing requirement |
| Ourso Business |
2.5 |
Admission to major requirement |
| Engineering |
2.5 |
Engineering program admission |
| Honors College |
3.3 |
Maintain for program participation |
| Graduate Programs |
3.0 |
Varies by specific program |
| Dean's List |
3.5 |
12+ credit hours per semester |
| Chancellor's Honor Roll |
3.75 |
12+ credit hours per semester |
Tiger Pride and Academic Excellence
Louisiana State University is known for its strong academic programs and vibrant campus traditions:
- SEC Excellence: Member of the prestigious Southeastern Conference
- Research University: Classified as R1: Doctoral Universities with Very High Research Activity
- Engineering Leadership: Strong programs in petroleum and chemical engineering
- Business Excellence: AACSB-accredited Ourso College of Business
- Tiger Spirit: Rich traditions including Tiger Stadium, Mike the Tiger, and Purple and Gold
- Campus Beauty: Beautiful campus with historic oak trees and modern facilities