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How University of Pennsylvania calculates GPA
University of Pennsylvania (Pennsylvania) calculates GPA as a credit-weighted average: multiply each course's grade points by its credits, add them up, and divide by total credits. The detail that matters is the grade scale.
The Penn grade scale — what makes it specific
A+ rule: Penn uses a standard 4.0 plus/minus scale; an A+ does not carry points beyond 4.0.
Failing grade: University of Pennsylvania uses "F" for a failing grade (0.0).
Repeated courses & grade replacement
Penn's treatment of repeated courses is set by each school's academic policy; in most cases the original grade stands. Confirm with the registrar.
Academic standing
GPA reporting varies by school within Penn; most undergraduate schools use the standard 4.0 scale.
Good to know
Penn uses the standard 4.0 plus/minus scale with A+ capped at 4.0. GPA rules can vary slightly by school within Penn (Wharton, SAS, SEAS, Nursing), but the grade-point scale is standard. Penn Carey Law uses a separate honors-based system.
Need to plan ahead? Use the target GPA planner to find the grades you need, or the final grade calculator for a single class. International student? See CGPA to US GPA (WES).