UofSC GPA scale and grading policy
Quick answer: University of South Carolina uses the standard 4.0 scale with +/−. UofSC reviews weighted GPA, course rigor, and test scores.
| Metric | UofSC Standard |
|---|---|
| Typical admit GPA | 3.6 - 4.2 weighted |
| Good standing minimum | 2.0 |
| Dean's List threshold | 3.5+ for Dean's List |
| Scale type | Standard 4.0 scale with +/−. |
How South Carolina recalculates GPA for admission
UofSC reviews weighted GPA, course rigor, and test scores. The number you submit on your transcript and the number UofSC uses in its admission decision may differ. Use the calculator above to model both — switch the preset to match South Carolina's policy.
Moore School International Business ranking
Top-1 undergraduate International Business program (US News)
Source: US News & World Report rankings, multiple years
Maintaining a good UofSC GPA
- Honors College is top-3 nationally. South Carolina Honors admits ~700 students per year with priority registration, smaller seminars, research stipends, and a thesis-required curriculum. Apply by October 15 for priority Honors funding.
- Moore IB is the prestige major. Moore School's International Business program has held US News' #1 ranking for international business for over 20 consecutive years. Direct admit requires top-decile rank + 1380+ SAT typical.
- Palmetto Fellows stacks well in-state. SC Palmetto Fellows ($6,700/yr) plus other state aid typically produces strong financial packages for in-state UofSC admits with 3.5+ HOPE GPA.
Admit-range and policy data verified against South Carolina's official admissions page.