UCI GPA scale and grading policy
Quick answer: University of California, Irvine uses the standard 4.0 scale. Uses UC capped weighted GPA formula.
| Metric | UCI Standard |
|---|---|
| Typical admit GPA | 4.0 - 4.27 UC-weighted |
| Good standing minimum | 2.0 |
| Dean's List threshold | 3.5+ for Dean's Honor List |
| Scale type | Standard 4.0 scale. |
How UC Irvine recalculates GPA for admission
Uses UC capped weighted GPA formula. The number you submit on your transcript and the number UCI uses in its admission decision may differ. Use the calculator above to model both — switch the preset to match UC Irvine's policy.
Maintaining a good UCI GPA
- Track cumulative GPA, not just semester GPA. University of California, Irvine reports both. Most academic warnings trigger on the cumulative number.
- Use the credit-weighted scoring above.A 4-credit course's grade affects your GPA 33% more than a 3-credit course's grade.
- Plan for honors. 3.5+ for Dean's Honor List. Use the GPA Goal Calculator to see what grade average you need next semester to qualify.
- Check the grade replacement policy. UC Irvine, like most universities, has a grade-replacement policy for retaken courses. Removing a low grade from the cumulative is the single biggest GPA lift.