UW GPA Calculator - University of Washington
Enter your UW course information and click calculate to determine your Husky GPA
Your UW GPA: 0.00
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About University of Washington GPA Calculation
The University of Washington 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 UW.
University of Washington Grading Scale
| Letter Grade |
Grade Points |
Percentage Range |
Description |
| A |
4.0 |
95-100% |
Excellent |
| A- |
3.7 |
90-94% |
Excellent |
| B+ |
3.3 |
87-89% |
Good |
| B |
3.0 |
83-86% |
Good |
| B- |
2.7 |
80-82% |
Good |
| C+ |
2.3 |
77-79% |
Satisfactory |
| C |
2.0 |
73-76% |
Satisfactory |
| C- |
1.7 |
70-72% |
Satisfactory |
| D+ |
1.3 |
67-69% |
Poor |
| D |
1.0 |
60-66% |
Poor |
| D- |
0.7 |
57-59% |
Poor |
| F |
0.0 |
Below 57% |
Failing |
How to Calculate Your UW 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
UW Academic Standards
- Good Academic Standing: Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Dean's List: Quarterly GPA of 3.5 or higher with at least 12 credit hours
- Annual Dean's List: Annual GPA of 3.5 or higher with at least 45 credit hours
- Academic Probation: Cumulative GPA below 2.0
- Academic Dismissal: Failure to raise GPA above 2.0 after probation
University of Washington Colleges and Schools
UW offers a wide range of academic programs across multiple colleges:
- College of Arts and Sciences: Anthropology, Art, Biology, Chemistry, Communication, Economics, English, History, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
- College of Engineering: Aeronautics & Astronautics, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Human Centered Design & Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Foster School of Business: Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Operations Management
- College of the Environment: Atmospheric Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Environmental & Forest Sciences, Marine & Environmental Affairs, Oceanography
- College of Education: Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education
- School of Medicine: Medical Education, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health
- School of Nursing: Nursing Practice and Research
- School of Public Health: Biostatistics, Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Services
- Information School: Informatics, Information Management, Library & Information Science
UW Academic Requirements by Program
| Program/College |
Minimum GPA |
Special Requirements |
| General Admission |
2.0 |
Good standing requirement |
| Foster Business |
3.0 |
Competitive admission to major |
| Computer Science |
3.5 |
Highly competitive admission |
| Engineering |
2.5-3.0 |
Varies by engineering discipline |
| Honors Program |
3.3 |
Maintain for program participation |
| Graduate Programs |
3.0 |
Varies by specific program |
| Dean's List |
3.5 |
12+ credit hours per quarter |
Husky Pride and Academic Excellence
The University of Washington is known for its strong academic programs and vibrant campus traditions:
- Public Ivy: Recognized as one of the "Public Ivy" universities
- Research Excellence: Consistently ranked among the top research universities in the world
- Innovation Hub: Located in Seattle's technology corridor with strong ties to major tech companies
- Sustainability Leader: Commitment to environmental sustainability and research
- Husky Spirit: Rich traditions including Husky Stadium, the Suzzallo Library, and the annual Cherry Blossom Festival
- Diverse Campus: Strong international student community and multicultural environment