Rutgers GPA scale and grading policy
Quick answer: Rutgers University-New Brunswick uses the 4.0 scale. a = 4.0, b+ = 3.5, b = 3.0, c+ = 2.5 (no a- or b-). Rutgers uses unweighted and weighted GPA together. Weighted gives small additional consideration for honors and AP work.
| Metric | Rutgers Standard |
|---|---|
| Typical admit GPA | 3.5 - 3.9 |
| Good standing minimum | 2.0 |
| Dean's List threshold | 3.5+ for Dean's List |
| Scale type | 4.0 scale. A = 4.0, B+ = 3.5, B = 3.0, C+ = 2.5 (no A- or B-). |
How Rutgers recalculates GPA for admission
Rutgers uses unweighted and weighted GPA together. Weighted gives small additional consideration for honors and AP work. The number you submit on your transcript and the number Rutgers uses in its admission decision may differ. Use the calculator above to model both — switch the preset to match Rutgers's policy.
Fall 2024 Rutgers-New Brunswick admit GPA
3.6 - 3.9 unweighted (middle 50%)
Source: Rutgers Office of University Admissions, 2024
Maintaining a good Rutgers GPA
- The no-minus scale punishes B+ misses harder. Earning a B (3.0) instead of B+ (3.5) costs you a full 0.5 — twice the impact of the same slip at a school with B+ = 3.33 and B = 3.0. Aim for the +.
- School of Arts and Sciences Honors needs 3.6+ to apply. First-year Honors admission is by invitation. Transfer-in Honors requires a 3.6+ college GPA across at least 30 credits, plus essay and recommendation.
- Rutgers Business needs 3.2 in pre-business. If you don't direct-admit to RBS from high school, you can apply during sophomore year with a 3.2+ GPA in pre-business courses (ECON 102, MATH 135/151, ACCT 271). Roughly 60% of applicants are admitted.
Admit-range and policy data verified against Rutgers's official admissions page.