Comprehensive Letter Grade & Latin Honors Chart
Collegiate Grade Standards, Quality Points, and Degree Honors
| Letter Grade | Points | Description | Typical Collegiate Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| A / A+ | 4.0 | Outstanding | Summa Cum Laude Track (typically ≥3.90) |
| A- | 3.7 | Excellent | Magna Cum Laude Track (typically ≥3.75) |
| B+ | 3.3 | Very Good | Cum Laude Track (typically ≥3.50) |
| B | 3.0 | Good | Satisfactory for Graduate School Admissions |
| B- | 2.7 | Above Average | Good Academic Standing |
| C+ | 2.3 | Average | Standard Academic Standing |
| C | 2.0 | Satisfactory | Minimum GPA for Graduation (typically 2.00) |
| C- | 1.7 | Marginal | May not satisfy major course requirements |
| D | 1.0 | Deficient | Academic Probation warning threshold |
| F | 0.0 | Failure | Academic Suspension if sustained |
- Specific Latin honors cutoffs vary by college and faculty division.
- Most university departments mandate a minimum grade of C (2.0) in core major courses for graduation.
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