GPA Calculator

At the University of Ottawa, your GPA is calculated by multiplying the grade point value of each course by the number of course units, adding those totals together, and dividing by the total number of units taken. This calculation is used to determine both your term GPA (TGPA) and cumulative GPA (CGPA).

What GPA scale does the University of Ottawa use?

The University of Ottawa uses a 10-point GPA scale for undergraduate programs. Your CGPA ranges from 0.0 to 10.0, based on the letter grade you receive in each course. For example, an A+ corresponds to the highest grade range (around 90–100%), while lower letter grades correspond to progressively lower GPA values.

What is the difference between TGPA and CGPA at uOttawa?

At uOttawa, TGPA (Term Grade Point Average) represents your academic performance during a single term, while CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) reflects your performance across all courses you’ve taken in your program. Both are calculated using the same formula but over different time periods.

What GPA do you need to stay in good academic standing at uOttawa?

In most undergraduate bachelor’s programs at the University of Ottawa, students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0 to remain in good academic standing. Students in honours programs generally need a CGPA of at least 5.0. Falling below these thresholds may result in academic probation.

Do transfer credits count toward your GPA at the University of Ottawa?

Transfer credits usually count toward your degree requirements, but they typically do not affect your uOttawa CGPA. Your GPA calculation normally includes only courses completed at the University of Ottawa or institutions with formal academic agreements.

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