How it is calculated
GPA = Σ (credits × grade points) ÷ Σ credits Cumulative = (old GPA × old credits + term points) ÷ (old credits + term credits)| Mark | Letter | /5 | /4 (Gulf) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95–100 | A+ | 5.00 | 4.00 |
| 90–94 | A | 4.75 | 3.75 |
| 85–89 | B+ | 4.50 | 3.50 |
| 80–84 | B | 4.00 | 3.00 |
| 75–79 | C+ | 3.50 | 2.50 |
| 70–74 | C | 3.00 | 2.00 |
| 65–69 | D+ | 2.50 | 1.50 |
| 60–64 | D | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Below 60 | F | 1.00 | 0 |
The US 4.0 scale uses A 4.0, A− 3.7, B+ 3.3, B 3.0, B− 2.7, C+ 2.3, C 2.0, C− 1.7, D+ 1.3, D 1.0, F 0.
Worked example
On the 5-point scale: Math 3 credits A (4.75), Physics 4 B+ (4.5), Arabic 2 credits 92 (A = 4.75), Programming 3 B (4): points = 14.25 + 18 + 9.5 + 12 = 53.75 over 12 credits, GPA = 4.48 / 5 (very good).
Frequently asked questions
Term vs cumulative GPA?
Term GPA covers one semester; cumulative covers all courses since you started.
How do I convert 5.0 to 4.0?
There is no exact official linear conversion; some universities subtract 1 for most grades. Use your university’s table.
Do failed courses count?
Yes, at their minimum points (1 of 5 or 0 of 4); retake policies vary by university.