University of California, San Diego

UCSD GPA Calculator

UC San Diego uses the UC system's capped-weighted GPA formula — only grades from 10th and 11th grade A-G coursework count, with a +1.0 boost for UC-approved honors, AP, and IB classes, capped at 8 semesters of bonus weight. That means a student with 12 weighted classes only sees the bonus on 8 of them. UCSD ranks third in UC system selectivity behind UCLA and Berkeley, with college affiliation (the seven undergraduate colleges) determining your housing, general-ed pattern, and writing program.

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Your weighted GPA

4.42

Unweighted: 3.86

APAP Calculus BC

HONHonors English

A-

REGChemistry

B+

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4.13

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Unweighted

3.75

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School weighting scale

Most common US scale: +0.5 honors, +1.0 AP/IB/dual.

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UCSD GPA scale and grading policy

Quick answer: University of California, San Diego uses the standard 4.0 scale with +/− grades. UC uses a capped weighted GPA on grades earned in approved A-G courses from 10th and 11th grade only. Weighting is +1.0 for UC-honors-approved, AP, and IB classes up to a cap of 8 semesters.

Metric	UCSD Standard
Typical admit GPA	4.13 - 4.32 UC-weighted
Good standing minimum	2.0
Dean's List threshold	3.5+ for Provost's Honors
Scale type	Standard 4.0 scale with +/− grades.

How UC San Diego recalculates GPA for admission

UC uses a capped weighted GPA on grades earned in approved A-G courses from 10th and 11th grade only. Weighting is +1.0 for UC-honors-approved, AP, and IB classes up to a cap of 8 semesters. The number you submit on your transcript and the number UCSD uses in its admission decision may differ. Use the calculator above to model both — switch the preset to match UC San Diego's policy.

Fall 2024 admit UC-weighted GPA (middle 50%)

4.13 - 4.32

Source: UCSD Office of Admissions

Maintaining a good UCSD GPA

The 8-semester cap on weighted bonus is binding. If you took 14 weighted classes across 10th-11th, only 8 semesters of +1.0 boost apply. Plan your AP/honors load with this cap in mind — overloading past 8 semesters doesn't help your UC GPA.
Provost's Honors lists at 3.5+ each term. 3.5+ on at least 12 graded UCSD units per term puts you on Provost's Honors. The honor is reported on transcripts but doesn't otherwise affect degree honors (those use cumulative GPA only).
Engineering and CS direct admit are the most selective. The Jacobs School of Engineering caps freshman admission by capacity. Computer Science and Bioengineering are the two most competitive — typical admits clear 4.3 UC-weighted GPA plus 1500+ SAT.

Admit-range and policy data verified against UC San Diego's official admissions page.

Frequently asked questions

What GPA do you need to get into UC San Diego?

University of California, San Diego admits students with a typical GPA range of 4.13 - 4.32 UC-weighted. UC uses a capped weighted GPA on grades earned in approved A-G courses from 10th and 11th grade only. Weighting is +1.0 for UC-honors-approved, AP, and IB classes up to a cap of 8 semesters.

What GPA scale does UC San Diego use?

Standard 4.0 scale with +/− grades.

How do I stay in good academic standing at UC San Diego?

University of California, San Diego requires a minimum GPA of 2.0 to remain in good academic standing. Falling below typically triggers academic probation.

What GPA do I need for honors at UC San Diego?

3.5+ for Provost's Honors at University of California, San Diego. Exact thresholds for honors program admission may differ.

Does UCSD recalculate GPA for admission?

UC uses a capped weighted GPA on grades earned in approved A-G courses from 10th and 11th grade only. Weighting is +1.0 for UC-honors-approved, AP, and IB classes up to a cap of 8 semesters.