West Point GPA Calculator, West Point, NY Grading Scale

Average GPA

3.00

undergraduate cumulative

Grading Scale

4.3

with plus/minus

Dean's List

3.00+

cumulative GPA

Probation

below 2.0

cumulative GPA floor

What Is a Good GPA at West Point?

A GPA of 3.0 or higher is considered solid at West Point, where cadets balance academic, military, and physical performance. The average academic GPA sits near 3.0. Dean's List threshold is 3.0 academic GPA combined with satisfactory military and physical scores.

The average undergraduate GPA at West Point sits near 3.00, drawn from the West Point registrar policy and aggregated reporting. Enter your courses in the calculator above to see where your cumulative GPA lands relative to that figure.

How West Point Calculates GPA

United States Military Academy at West Point (West Point) uses a 4.3 grade point scale and uses plus/minus modifiers (A-, B+, B-, and so on). The school awards 4.3 grade points for 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.

West Point GPA Formula

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

Where:

Grade Points = letter-grade value on the 4.3 scale
Credit Hours = credit value of the course on the West Point transcript
A+ is credited at 4.3 at this institution, higher than the standard 4.0

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.

West Point Grading Policy Notes

West Point computes a Cadet Performance Score (CPS) that combines academic GPA, Military Performance Score, and Physical Performance Score. Class rank determines branch selection and post-graduation assignments. Graduation requires meeting all three pillar minimums, not just academic GPA.

West Point Honors and Recognition

Dean's List at West Point

West Point lists students with a GPA of 3.00 or higher on the Dean's List. Dean's List is based on cumulative GPA across all completed terms.

Academic Standing and Repeat Policy at West Point

Academic Probation Threshold

West Point 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.

Academic Standing Tiers at West Point

Good Standing: cumulative GPA at or above 2.0.
Probation: cumulative GPA below 2.0.
Suspension: cumulative GPA below 2.0 (or sustained probation across consecutive terms).

Repeating a Course at West Point

Under West Point'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 West Point

No. West Point does not offer grade forgiveness. The military service academy model requires that all attempted grades remain on the cumulative academic record.

Major GPA Requirements at West Point

All cadets complete a core curriculum then choose an academic major. Most majors require 2.0 minimum academic GPA. Engineering majors require 2.5+ in technical core.

What Makes West Point Grading Distinctive

Cadet Performance Score combines academic, military, physical
Class rank drives branch selection at commissioning
Graduation requires all three pillar minimums

West Point at a Glance

Institution type: specialized
Location: West Point, NY
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,400
Founded: 1802
Athletic conference: Patriot League
Average undergrad GPA: 3.00
Registrar source: West Point official grading policy

Related GPA Tools

To roll this West Point 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 West Point 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 West Point GPA?

Enter each West Point 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 4.3 scale, multiplies by credit hours, and divides by total credits. West Point uses plus/minus modifiers (A-, B+, B-, and so on) and awards 4.3 grade points for an A+, which this calculator reflects by default.

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

West Point requires a GPA of 3.00 or higher to qualify for the Dean's List. Dean's List at this school uses a mix of GPA and other eligibility criteria (full-time load, no incompletes). Check the registrar's published policy for the current semester.

What is the GPA cutoff for academic probation at West Point?

At West Point, 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.

Does West Point award Latin honors at graduation?

West Point does not publish fixed Latin honors GPA thresholds that apply across all undergraduate programs. West Point uses a 4.3 scale with A+ = 4.33. Cadets earn an APSC (Academic Program Score) alongside GPA. Dean's List requires 3.0+ APSC. Distinguished Cadet is top 5% of each class and requires 3.67+ GPA.

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

West Point'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.