What are the 4.00 and 5.00 scales?
The 5.00 scale is the system adopted by most Saudi public universities for undergraduate studies, built on recommendations from the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation to standardize the assessment mechanism. The 4.00 scale is the abbreviated American system, common in graduate studies and at some universities with an American or international system.
Important note: the points for each letter grade (A+, A, B+...) may vary slightly (by a tenth to a quarter of a point) between universities even within the same scale. This calculator uses the most common table as a general reference — always check your university's official regulations for any important academic decision like graduating with honors.
FAQ
Can I merge my old cumulative GPA with this semester's result?
Yes, enter your previous cumulative GPA and your previously earned credit hours (the two optional fields below), and the calculator will show your new cumulative GPA after automatically merging this semester's result.
Why are the letter-grade points slightly different from my university's?
Each university (and sometimes each college) sets its own points table with a small difference from the common table. Use this calculator for a quick estimate, but rely on your university's official system for the final precise result.
How is the GPA classification (excellent, very good...) determined?
Based on your GPA's percentage of your university's scale: 90% or higher = excellent, 75%-89% = very good, 55%-74% = good, 40%-54% = pass. These ranges are common across most Saudi universities, though the exact cutoff may vary by a few tenths depending on the university.
Source
Letter-to-point conversion tables and classification ranges: based on the system adopted by most Saudi public universities per the recommendations of the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation (NCAAA).
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Last updated: July 2026
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