Question 1

How is Canada's GPA or CGPA calculated?

Accepted Answer

Each course's grade points are multiplied by its credit units and the total is divided by the total credit units, producing a credit-weighted GPA on the Canadian 4.0 GPA scale.

Question 2

What is the maximum value on Canada's scale?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian 4.0 GPA scale runs to a maximum of 4, reported to 2 decimal places. GPA is reported to two decimal places; percentage marks are rounded to the nearest whole percent.

Question 3

Which grades count toward Canada's GPA?

Accepted Answer

Every course you register for and receive a grade in counts, including failed courses, unless your institution's regulations state otherwise. Always check your own handbook.

Question 4

Can I edit the scale for my own institution?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any preset can be copied to a Custom scale and its grade points edited to match your institution's policy, while the original source link and last-verified date stay visible.

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