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US GPA calculator for international athletes
Convert your school grades into an estimated US GPA in two minutes, then see how it compares with what NCAA Division I, Division II and NAIA universities need.
The short answer
A US GPA (grade point average) puts every subject grade on a 4.0 scale, where A = 4, B = 3, C = 2 and D = 1, and averages them. NCAA Division I needs a core-course GPA of at least 2.3 and Division II at least 2.2. International grades are converted to this scale, which is what this calculator estimates.
Work out your US GPA
Pick the qualification and grade for each subject. Untick Core for non-academic subjects like PE; the NCAA only counts core subjects.
We'll check your estimate against the official NCAA rules, tell you where you stand for Division I, Division II and NAIA, and what to do if you're close.
How your grades convert
These are the conversions our calculator uses. They are deliberately conservative, so treat your result as a starting point rather than a final figure.
GCSE (9 to 1)
| Your grade | US letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|---|
| 9, 8, 7 | A | 4.0 |
| 6, 5 | B | 3.0 |
| 4 | C | 2.0 |
| 3 | D | 1.0 |
| 2, 1, U | F | 0 |
AS and A-level
| Your grade | US letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|---|
| A*, A | A | 4.0 |
| B | B | 3.0 |
| C | C | 2.0 |
| D, E | D | 1.0 |
| U | F | 0 |
Australian school report grades
| Your grade | US letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|---|
| A | A | 4.0 |
| B | B | 3.0 |
| C | C | 2.0 |
| D | D | 1.0 |
| E | F | 0 |
NCEA
| Your grade | US letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|---|
| Excellence | A | 4.0 |
| Merit | B | 3.0 |
| Achieved | C | 2.0 |
| Not Achieved | F | 0 |
IB Diploma subjects (1 to 7)
| Your grade | US letter grade | Grade points |
|---|---|---|
| 7, 6 | A | 4.0 |
| 5 | B | 3.0 |
| 4 | C | 2.0 |
| 3 | D | 1.0 |
| 2, 1 | F | 0 |
Which years count
US universities look at your last four years of secondary school. That is Years 10 to 13 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (S3 to S6 in Scotland), Year 9 to Year 12 in Australia and Year 10 to Year 13 in New Zealand.
What GPA do US universities need?
These are minimums to compete. Many universities, and the best academic scholarships, ask for more. A higher GPA also widens the list of programmes that can recruit you.
Frequently asked questions
What is a GPA?
A grade point average: every subject grade is turned into points on a 4.0 scale (A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0) and averaged. US universities and the NCAA use it to check you meet academic standards.
What GPA do I need for a US sports scholarship?
For NCAA Division I you need 16 approved core courses with a core-course GPA of at least 2.3, and for Division II at least 2.2. The NAIA typically looks for a GPA of about 2.0, while Division III universities and junior colleges set their own entry standards.
What are NCAA core courses?
Core courses are academic subjects: English, maths, natural or physical sciences, social sciences and humanities, and languages. NCAA Division I needs 16 approved core courses, and your GPA in those subjects is what counts.
Do I need the SAT or ACT?
No. SAT and ACT scores have not been needed for NCAA Division I and II eligibility since January 2023. Standards can change, so we check the current rules with every athlete.
How accurate is this GPA calculator?
Our calculator uses a conservative scale (A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0) so you do not overestimate. Official evaluations are made by the NCAA Eligibility Center and each university, and some admissions offices read A-level and IB grades more generously.
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