UH GPA Calculator - University of Houston
Enter your UH course information and click calculate to determine your Cougar GPA
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About University of Houston GPA Calculation
The University of Houston uses a standard 4.0 GPA scale to evaluate student academic performance. Understanding how your GPA is calculated is essential for maintaining good academic standing and meeting graduation requirements at UH.
University of Houston 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 UH GPA
Your GPA is calculated using the following formula:
GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours
Where Quality Points = Grade Points × Credit Hours for each course
UH 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
- President's Honor Roll: Semester GPA of 3.8 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
University of Houston Colleges and Schools
The University of Houston offers a wide range of academic programs across multiple colleges:
- C.T. Bauer College of Business: Accounting, Finance, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain Management
- Cullen College of Engineering: Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering
- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences: English, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics
- College of Education: Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, Special Education
- College of Architecture and Design: Architecture, Art, Industrial Design
- College of Pharmacy: Pharmacy Practice, Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Graduate College of Social Work: Social Work Practice and Research
- Honors College: Interdisciplinary honors programs
- Law Center: Juris Doctor and legal studies programs
UH Academic Requirements by Program
| Program/College |
Minimum GPA |
Special Requirements |
| General Admission |
2.0 |
Good standing requirement |
| Bauer Business School |
2.75 |
Competitive admission to major |
| Cullen Engineering |
2.5 |
Engineering admission requirements |
| Honors College |
3.25 |
Maintain for program participation |
| Graduate Programs |
3.0 |
Varies by specific program |
| Dean's List |
3.5 |
12+ credit hours per semester |
| President's Honor Roll |
3.8 |
12+ credit hours per semester |
Cougar Pride and Academic Excellence
The University of Houston is known for its diverse student body and commitment to academic excellence:
- Tier One Research University: Recognized for research excellence and innovation
- Diverse Student Body: One of the most ethnically diverse universities in the nation
- Houston Location: Access to internships and career opportunities in the 4th largest city in the US
- Cougar Athletics: Competing in the Big 12 Conference
- Alumni Network: Strong connections throughout Houston and Texas