Note: The terms grade-point average (GPA) and quality-point average (QPA) are used interchangeably.
1. Current students print the unofficial transcript via the Student Hub.
2. Cross out courses in which you received S, U, X, I, L, or W grades. Also, cross out courses with an E in the R column. These do not calculate into your QPA.
3. Enter the numerical equivalent of the grade beside it on the transcript:
| A | 4.000 |
| A– | 3.667 |
| B+ | 3.333 |
| B | 3.000 |
| B– | 2.667 |
| C+ | 2.333 |
| C | 2.000 |
| C– | 1.667 |
| D+ | 1.333 |
| D | 1.000 |
| D– | 0.667 |
| F | 0.000 |
4. Multiply the hours of each course by the numerical equivalent of the letter grade. This is the quality-point number for the course.
5. Add all valid quality-point numbers.
6. Add all hours taken at Northeastern. Do not include transfer credit hours.
7. Divide total quality points by total hours taken at Northeastern.
8. The result is your GPA or QPA.
1. Print your unofficial transcript.
2. Cross out courses in which you received F, U, X, I, L, or W grades. Also, cross out courses with an E in the R column. These do not calculate into your earned hours toward your degree.
3. Add the total hours to any transfer credit awarded. This total represents your earned hours toward your degree.
For full background on this university policy, please visit Northeastern University Academic Catalog.
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