UNC GPA Calculator, Chapel Hill, NC Grading Scale

Average GPA

3.35

undergraduate cumulative

Grading Scale

4.0

with plus/minus

Dean's List

3.50+

cumulative GPA

Probation

below 2.0

cumulative GPA floor

What Is a Good GPA at UNC?

A GPA of 3.3 or higher is considered strong at UNC, where the average undergraduate GPA sits near 3.35. The Dean's List threshold is 3.5 cumulative. Latin honors thresholds are 3.5 cum laude, 3.7 magna, 3.8 summa, all combined with a four-factor academic standing test.

The average undergraduate GPA at UNC sits near 3.35, drawn from the UNC registrar policy and aggregated reporting. Enter your courses in the calculator above to see where your cumulative GPA lands relative to that figure.

How UNC Calculates GPA

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) uses a 4.0 grade point scale and uses plus/minus modifiers (A-, B+, B-, and so on). The school caps A+ at the same 4.0 value as an A, which matters when converting letter grades from a transcript that records A and A+ separately. Each course's grade points multiply by its credit hours, those quality points sum across all courses, and the total divides by total credits attempted.

UNC GPA Formula

GPA = Sum(Grade Points x Credit Hours) / Sum(Credit Hours)

Where:

Grade Points = letter-grade value on the 4.0 scale
Credit Hours = credit value of the course on the UNC transcript
A+ = 4.0 (same as A on the standard scale)

Example: A 4-credit class with an A (4.0 points) and a 3-credit class with a B+ (3.3 points): quality points = 4 × 4.0 + 3 × 3.3 = 25.9, total credits = 7, GPA = 25.9 / 7 = 3.70.

UNC Grading Policy Notes

UNC uses a four-factor academic standing test that combines GPA, course completion rate, total hours earned, and a 180-credit-hour cap. A student can fall out of good standing for any of the four reasons even with an acceptable GPA.

UNC Honors and Recognition

Dean's List at UNC

UNC lists students with a GPA of 3.50 or higher on the Dean's List. Dean's List is based on cumulative GPA across all completed terms.

Latin Honors at UNC

Summa cum laude: 3.95 cumulative GPA or above
Magna cum laude: 3.85 cumulative GPA or above
Cum laude: 3.70 cumulative GPA or above

Dean's List requires 3.5+ with at least 12 graded hours. Latin honors require 45+ credits earned at UNC. A+ is recorded but equals 4.0 in GPA calculations.

Academic Standing and Repeat Policy at UNC

Academic Probation Threshold

UNC places students on academic probation when their cumulative GPA drops below 2.0. Probation usually triggers mandatory advising, restricts course registration, and can affect financial aid or scholarships. Use the calculator to model remaining semesters and see how many A or B grades would lift the GPA back above the 2.0 floor.

Repeating a Course at UNC

Under UNC's repeat policy, both attempts remain on the transcript and count toward the GPA. This calculator treats every entered row as a distinct graded attempt; if your school replaces the old grade, leave off the original, and if both count, enter both lines. Always confirm the final transcript version with the registrar before relying on a projected GPA.

Grade Forgiveness at UNC

Yes. UNC Chapel Hill allows grade replacement for up to two courses (Grade Replacement Policy). Students must repeat the course at UNC for the replacement to take effect, with the new grade replacing the old in GPA calculation.

Major GPA Requirements at UNC

Most majors require 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA. Kenan-Flagler Business School admission requires 3.2 in business prerequisites. Pre-nursing requires 3.3 or higher.

What Makes UNC Grading Distinctive

Four-factor academic standing test (not just GPA)
Grade Replacement limited to two courses lifetime
180-credit-hour cap before forced graduation review

UNC at a Glance

Institution type: public research
Location: Chapel Hill, NC
Undergraduate enrollment: 31,705
Founded: 1789
Athletic conference: ACC
Average undergrad GPA: 3.35
Registrar source: UNC official grading policy

Related GPA Tools

To roll this UNC GPA into a cumulative figure across multiple semesters, use the cumulative GPA calculator. For a semester-by-semester view with optional prior-GPA import, use the college GPA calculator. To compute individual course grades before they hit your transcript, switch to the grade calculator.

Accuracy Note

This calculator follows the grading policy published by the UNC registrar as of 2026-04-18. Policies are reviewed periodically; the "Last verified" date in the footer reflects the most recent confirmation. Always cross-check your final GPA against your official transcript. The tool models the same formulas registrars use but cannot account for grade forgiveness petitions, audit decisions, or exceptions approved by the dean of students.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate my UNC GPA?

Enter each UNC course you have taken, select your letter grade, and enter the credit hours from your transcript. The calculator converts each grade into grade points on the standard 4.0 scale, multiplies by credit hours, and divides by total credits. UNC uses plus/minus modifiers (A-, B+, B-, and so on) and caps A+ at the same 4.0 value as an A, which this calculator reflects by default.

What GPA do I need for the UNC Dean's List?

UNC requires a GPA of 3.50 or higher to qualify for the Dean's List. Dean's List at this school is based on cumulative GPA across all completed terms.

What is the GPA cutoff for academic probation at UNC?

At UNC, students fall into academic probation when their GPA drops below 2.0. Probation status typically restricts course registration, triggers mandatory advising, and may affect financial aid eligibility. Use this calculator to check where your current term and cumulative averages land relative to the 2.0 floor.

What are UNC's Latin honors GPA thresholds?

UNC awards Latin honors at the following cumulative GPA cutoffs: summa cum laude requires 3.95+, magna cum laude requires 3.85+, and cum laude requires 3.70+. Dean's List requires 3.5+ with at least 12 graded hours. Latin honors require 45+ credits earned at UNC. A+ is recorded but equals 4.0 in GPA calculations.

If I retake a course at UNC, how does it affect my GPA?

UNC's repeat policy is that both attempts remain on the transcript and count toward the GPA. This calculator lets you model either scenario, enter just the most recent grade to see a replace-style GPA, or enter both attempts to see how an average-counting or both-count policy would shape your transcript.