LSU GPA Calculator, 4.0 Scale GPA Tool

Average GPA

3.30

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 LSU?

A GPA of 3.3 or higher is considered solid at LSU, where the average undergraduate GPA sits near 3.3. President's Honor Roll requires 4.0 term GPA. Dean's List requires 3.5 term GPA. Latin honors at 3.5 / 3.7 / 3.9 cumulative cutoffs.

The average undergraduate GPA at LSU sits near 3.30, drawn from the LSU registrar policy and aggregated reporting. Enter your courses in the calculator above to see where your cumulative GPA lands relative to that figure.

How LSU Calculates GPA

Louisiana State University (LSU) 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.

LSU 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 LSU 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.

LSU Grading Policy Notes

LSU offers Grade Exclusion (also called Academic Forgiveness) for up to two courses (8 credit hours) where the original grade was D or F. The excluded grade is removed from GPA calculation but remains on the transcript with an EX notation. A+ records but caps at 4.0.

LSU Honors and Recognition

Dean's List at LSU

LSU 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 LSU

Summa cum laude: 3.90 cumulative GPA or above
Magna cum laude: 3.70 cumulative GPA or above
Cum laude: 3.50 cumulative GPA or above

LSU introduced plus/minus grading in Fall 2005; grades earned before that term remain on the original straight-letter scale. Ogden Honors College requires 3.5+ cumulative and completion of honors coursework. LSU's Distinguished Communicator and President's Honor Roll use separate higher thresholds.

Academic Standing and Repeat Policy at LSU

Academic Probation Threshold

LSU 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 LSU

Under LSU's repeat policy, the new grade replaces the old grade in the GPA calculation. 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 LSU

Yes. LSU offers a Grade Exclusion policy allowing students to exclude up to two courses (max 8 credit hours) where they earned a D or F. The excluded grade no longer counts in the GPA but remains on the transcript.

Major GPA Requirements at LSU

Most majors require 2.0 minimum cumulative. E. J. Ourso College of Business admission requires 3.0+ in business prerequisites.

What Makes LSU Grading Distinctive

Grade Exclusion for two courses (8 credits) with EX notation
President's Honor Roll for perfect 4.0 term GPA
Tigers Athletics Conference is SEC

LSU at a Glance

Institution type: public research
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Undergraduate enrollment: 35,000
Founded: 1860
Athletic conference: SEC
Average undergrad GPA: 3.30
Registrar source: LSU official grading policy

Related GPA Tools

To roll this LSU 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 LSU 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 Does LSU Calculate GPA?

LSU calculates GPA by converting each letter grade to grade points on the 4.0 scale, multiplying by the course's credit hours, summing the quality points, and dividing by total credits attempted. Plus/minus modifiers and course repeats follow LSU's published registrar rules, the calculator above mirrors the same arithmetic. For a quick check on where your current term sits, enter each course with its grade and credit load and compare the result to the Dean's List and probation thresholds. Always verify with your specific school's registrar.

How To Calculate Cumulative GPA LSU?

A cumulative GPA at LSU rolls every graded course across every term into one credit-weighted average. The calculator multiplies each course's grade points by its credit hours, sums those quality points, and divides by total credits attempted. Enter every course you've completed at LSU to see the current cumulative figure and how it compares to the Dean's List cutoff and the academic probation floor. Always verify with your specific school's registrar.

How To Calculate Major GPA LSU?

Major or departmental GPA at LSU restricts the calculation to courses inside your declared field, prerequisites, upper-division requirements, and electives that count for the major. The calculator above computes a cumulative figure; to model your major GPA, enter only the courses on your degree audit that the department flags as counting. Most major-GPA minimums at LSU sit at or above the general graduation threshold. Always verify with your specific school's registrar.

How do I calculate my LSU GPA?

Enter each LSU 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. LSU 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 LSU Dean's List?

LSU 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 LSU?

At LSU, 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 LSU's Latin honors GPA thresholds?

LSU awards Latin honors at the following cumulative GPA cutoffs: summa cum laude requires 3.90+, magna cum laude requires 3.70+, and cum laude requires 3.50+. LSU introduced plus/minus grading in Fall 2005; grades earned before that term remain on the original straight-letter scale. Ogden Honors College requires 3.5+ cumulative and completion of honors coursework. LSU's Distinguished Communicator and President's Honor Roll use separate higher thresholds.

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

LSU's repeat policy is that the new grade replaces the old grade in the GPA calculation. 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.