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| Letter Grade | Percentage | 4.0 GPA Scale |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 97-100 | 4.0 |
| A | 93-96 | 4.0 |
| A- | 90-92 | 3.7 |
| B+ | 87-89 | 3.3 |
| B | 83-86 | 3.0 |
| B- | 80-82 | 2.7 |
| C+ | 77-79 | 2.3 |
| C | 73-76 | 2.0 |
| C- | 70-72 | 1.7 |
| D+ | 67-69 | 1.3 |
| D | 65-66 | 1.0 |
| D- | 62-64 | 0.7 |
| F | Below 62 | 0.0 |
How an C Affects Your GPA
If you earn an C in a 3-credit course, that class contributes 2.0 × 3 = 6.0 grade points toward your semester total. Your overall GPA is the sum of all your grade points divided by your total credits.
Is an C GPA Good?
For High School Students
This is the traditional minimum for many college admissions and graduation requirements - worth treating as a priority to raise.
For College Students
Often the minimum GPA to remain in good academic standing - check your school's specific policy to be sure.
How Can I Raise My GPA?
This is an important threshold to move past - a structured plan for your next few assignments can make a real difference.
- Check your school's minimum GPA policy so you know exactly where you stand
- Retake or revise assignments if your school allows it
- Build a specific, written plan for your next few graded assignments
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage is an C?
An C typically corresponds to a 73-76% grade, though the exact range can vary slightly by school.
How many GPA points is an C worth?
An C is worth 2.0 points on the standard 4.0 GPA scale.
Is an C the same at every school?
Not always. Most U.S. schools follow this standard scale, but some use slightly different percentage cutoffs or plus/minus systems - check your school's specific grading policy.
Does an C in an AP or Honors class count differently?
Yes, on a weighted scale, an C in an AP, IB, or Honors class is typically worth more points than the standard 2.0. See our guide on how AP and Honors classes affect GPA.
How does an C affect my cumulative GPA?
It depends on how many credits the course is worth and how many total credits you have. A single grade matters less as your total credit count grows. Use the cumulative GPA calculator to see the exact effect.
Can I improve a grade after it's already posted?
Sometimes - many schools offer retake or grade-replacement options. Check with your registrar, or see our course repeat GPA calculator to estimate the impact of a retake.
What's the next grade up from C?
The next grade up is C+, worth 2.3 GPA points.
Do colleges see my exact letter grades or just my GPA?
Most colleges see both - your full transcript with individual grades, plus your calculated GPA. Some recalculate GPA using their own formula regardless of what your school reports.
Is a plus/minus grading system universal?
No - some schools use only whole letter grades (A, B, C) without pluses or minuses, which changes the GPA scale slightly. Confirm your specific school's system.
How can I check my exact current GPA?
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