Question 1

What grading system does Ghana use?

Accepted Answer

Ghana uses the Ghanaian 4.0 GPA scale. The University of Ghana and the University of Cape Coast both use a 4.0 maximum and the same class boundaries (First Class 3.6–4.0, Second Upper 3.0–3.59, Second Lower 2.0–2.99, Third 1.5–1.99, Pass 1.0–1.49). Letter bands differ slightly between institutions, so the scale is editable.

Question 2

What local terms should I know for Ghana?

Accepted Answer

Common terms include CGPA, FGPA, degree class. The calculators use these labels so the results read the way your institution reports them.

Question 3

Which tools are available for Ghana?

Accepted Answer

A scale GPA/CGPA calculator, a degree-classification calculator, a conversion tool and a grading-scale reference page, each with a sourced table and last-verified date.

Ghana Grading System