Umich GPA Calculator, 4.0 Scale GPA Tool

Average GPA

3.45

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 Michigan?

A GPA of 3.5 or higher is considered strong at Michigan, where the average undergraduate GPA hovers near 3.45. University Honors recognition requires a 3.5 term GPA with a full course load. Latin honors at LSA target the top 3%, 10%, and 25% of each graduating class rather than fixed cumulative GPA cutoffs.

The average undergraduate GPA at Michigan sits near 3.45, drawn from the Michigan registrar policy and aggregated reporting. Enter your courses in the calculator above to see where your cumulative GPA lands relative to that figure.

How Michigan Calculates GPA

University of Michigan (Michigan) 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.

Michigan 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 Michigan 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.

Michigan Grading Policy Notes

Michigan uses the standard 4.0 scale with plus and minus modifiers; A+ caps at 4.0. LSA Latin honors are tied to class rank rather than fixed GPA thresholds, which means absolute GPA cutoffs shift each year as the cohort distribution changes.

Michigan Honors and Recognition

Dean's List at Michigan

Michigan 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.

Academic Standing and Repeat Policy at Michigan

Academic Probation Threshold

Michigan 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 Michigan

Under Michigan'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 Michigan

Yes. Michigan allows course repetition, but both grades remain on the transcript and both count in the GPA calculation. Some schools (Engineering, Ross) limit how many courses students may retake for credit.

Major GPA Requirements at Michigan

Most LSA majors require 2.0 minimum GPA in major coursework. Ross, Engineering, and Computer Science admission typically require 3.5 or higher in prerequisite courses.

What Makes Michigan Grading Distinctive

University Honors requires 3.5 term GPA with a full load
LSA Latin honors based on class rank, not fixed GPA cutoffs
Both repeated and original grades count toward GPA

Michigan at a Glance

Institution type: public research
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Undergraduate enrollment: 52,065
Founded: 1817
Athletic conference: Big Ten
Average undergrad GPA: 3.45
Registrar source: Michigan official grading policy

Related GPA Tools

To roll this Michigan 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 Michigan 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 Umich Calculate GPA?

Michigan 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 Michigan'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 Does Umich Calculate High School GPA?

Michigan admissions reviews your reported high school GPA in context with your course rigor, school profile, and official transcript. The calculator above converts letter grades to 4.0 grade points (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0) and weights each course by credit or Carnegie unit. Honors, AP, and IB courses typically carry a weighted bonus on applicant reports, though Michigan recalculates on an unweighted basis for internal review. Always verify with your specific school's registrar.

Does University of Michigan Calculate Freshman Year GPA?

Michigan typically counts freshman-year coursework toward the cumulative undergraduate GPA once grades are posted to the official transcript. First-semester transition grades are included in the same credit-weighted average that drives Dean's List, probation, and graduation honors. The calculator above models that same cumulative arithmetic, enter freshman-year courses alongside later terms to see how the combined GPA trends. Always verify with your specific school's registrar.

How do I calculate my Michigan GPA?

Enter each Michigan 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. Michigan 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 Michigan Dean's List?

Michigan requires a GPA of 3.50 or higher to qualify for the Dean's List. Honors recognition here is based on class rank rather than a fixed GPA cutoff, so the number above is an approximate historical threshold.

What is the GPA cutoff for academic probation at Michigan?

At Michigan, 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 Michigan award Latin honors at graduation?

Michigan does not publish fixed Latin honors GPA thresholds that apply across all undergraduate programs. Michigan awards the University Honors designation for a term GPA of 3.5+ with a full course load. College-level Latin honors vary by school: LSA uses top 3% / top 10% / top 25% of the graduating class rather than fixed GPA cutoffs.

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

Michigan'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.