Why can LSAC GPA go above 4.0?

LSAC assigns A+ a value of 4.33. That means applicants with multiple A+ grades can have an LSAC GPA above 4.0, which is a key difference from many standard university GPA systems.

How does the LSAC GPA calculator work?

LSAC GPA uses the same weighted-average formula as other GPA systems: total quality points divided by total credit hours. The difference is the LSAC conversion table, especially the 4.33 value for A+, and the fact that all counted undergraduate attempts remain in the calculation.

Do repeated courses replace old grades in LSAC?

No. LSAC counts all undergraduate attempts. If you repeated a class, both the original and repeated grades still contribute to the LSAC GPA.

Do Pass/Fail courses count in LSAC GPA?

Typically, courses without standard letter grades are excluded from LSAC GPA calculation. This includes many Pass/Fail courses, though applicants should always verify details against current LSAC transcript rules.

Will this LSAC GPA calculator match my school GPA?

Not always. Your LSAC GPA can differ from your college GPA because LSAC uses its own conversion rules, gives A+ a 4.33 value, and may count repeated coursework differently from your institution.

What LSAC GPA is competitive for law school?

A GPA of 3.75 or higher is often strong for highly selective law schools, while 3.5 to 3.74 can still be competitive for many top programs. Applicants with lower GPAs may still be viable depending on LSAT score, school list, work history, and the rest of the application.

Does academic renewal or grade forgiveness change LSAC GPA?

Usually no. LSAC recalculates GPA under its own rules, which means institutional grade forgiveness or academic renewal policies may not remove earlier coursework from the LSAC summary.

Will this LSAC GPA calculator exactly match my official LSAC academic summary?

Use it as a planning estimate, not as an official LSAC result. Your final LSAC GPA depends on transcript processing, course treatment, and the official rules applied to your academic record by LSAC.

Does this LSAC GPA calculator send my classes or grades anywhere?

No. This calculator runs in your browser and does not submit your course entries to a server through the tool interface itself, so you can estimate your law school GPA privately.

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LSAC GPA Calculator

Law School Admission Council — official grade conversion for J.D. applications

Calculator

LSAC course entry

Enter every undergraduate course attempt and track your LSAC GPA on the official 4.33 law school scale.

A+ = 4.33Repeats Count

LSAC rules that affect your numbers

A+ counts as 4.33, above the standard 4.0 scale.
Every undergraduate course attempt counts, including repeats.
Academic renewal and grade replacement are not recognized by LSAC.
Pass/Fail courses are generally excluded from GPA calculation.

Enter Your Courses

Each row contributes directly to the LSAC GPA total.

Course NameCreditsGrade

Year

Repeat

Course Name

Credits

Grade

Year

REPEAT

Course Name

Credits

Grade

Year

REPEAT

Course Name

Credits

Grade

Year

REPEAT

3 courses entered

Your estimated application GPA result is below

Results

LSAC GPA Summary

Real-time law school GPA conversion on the 4.33 scale.

LSAC GPA

4.00

9 cr

LSAC Grade Conversion Scale

A+4.33

A4.00

A-3.67

B+3.33

B3.00

B-2.67

C+2.33

C2.00

C-1.67

D+1.33

D1.00

D-0.67

F0.00

LSAC uses A+ = 4.33, above the standard 4.0 scale.

About This LSAC GPA Calculator

This LSAC GPA calculator helps law school applicants estimate how their undergraduate transcript may look under LSAC's standardized law school conversion rules. The biggest differences from a standard college GPA are that LSAC treats A+ as 4.33 and counts all included undergraduate attempts, including repeated courses.

How to Use the LSAC GPA Calculator

Follow these steps for an accurate LSAC GPA result

1Enter Every Undergraduate Course Attempt

Add every undergraduate course attempt that would appear in your LSAC academic summary. LSAC does not replace repeated grades, so all attempts should remain in the calculation.

2Set Credits, Grade, and Academic Year

For each course row, enter the credit hours, select the letter grade, and choose the academic year. LSAC also treats A+ differently from most college GPA systems, so make sure the grade entered matches the transcript exactly.

3Mark Repeated Courses When Needed

Use the repeat toggle for courses that were taken more than once. This does not remove prior grades; it simply helps you track how much of your record includes repeated coursework.

4Review Your LSAC GPA on the 4.33 Scale

The calculator updates instantly as you type and shows your estimated LSAC GPA on the 4.33 scale, along with total credit hours and repeated-course count.

5Compare With Typical Law School Ranges

Use the guidance blocks below the calculator to compare your LSAC GPA with common law school competitiveness ranges. These are directional planning ranges, not admissions guarantees.

LSAC Grade Conversion Scale

LSAC's key distinction is the 4.33 value for A+.

A+4.33

A4.00

A-3.67

B+3.33

B3.00

B-2.67

C+2.33

C2.00

C-1.67

D+1.33

D1.00

D-0.67

F0.00

What Makes LSAC GPA Different

Key Difference

A+ Value: LSAC uses 4.33 for A+.
Repeats: All attempts count.
Scale Ceiling: GPA can exceed 4.0.
Use Case: J.D. application reporting.

What It Means for Applicants

A transcript with A+ grades may look stronger under LSAC than under a standard 4.0 college GPA.
Repeated low grades still remain part of the LSAC calculation.
Your LSAC GPA may differ noticeably from your school GPA even when the transcript is the same.

How LSAC Calculates GPA

1The Formula

LSAC GPA = Σ (Credits × Grade Points)

Σ Credits

LSAC GPA is still a weighted average. The key change is the grade conversion table, especially for A+.

2Key LSAC Rules

•A+ = 4.33, which can push GPA above 4.0.
•All undergraduate attempts count, including repeats.
•Institutional forgiveness policies may not carry over into LSAC recalculation.

Example GPA Calculation - LSAC GPA Calculator

See how GPA is computed step-by-step on the LSAC 4.33 Scale

Course	Credits	Grade	Grade Points	Quality Points
Constitutional Law	4	A+	4.33	17.32
Political Theory	3	A	4.00	12.00
Economics	3	B+	3.33	9.99
History of Law	4	A-	3.67	14.68
Total	14			53.99

Calculation

GPA = 53.99 ÷ 14 = 3.86

Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours = Cumulative GPA

Calculate Your Own GPA ↑

Competitive LSAC GPA Ranges

3.75 – 4.33

Top 10 Law Schools

3.50 – 3.74

Top 25 Law Schools

3.00 – 3.49

Regional / State Schools

These ranges are approximate planning benchmarks, not guaranteed admissions cutoffs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about calculating GPA at LSAC

An LSAC GPA is the standardized GPA recalculated by the Law School Admission Council from your undergraduate transcript. Law schools reviewing J.D. applications through LSAC often see this number rather than relying only on the GPA shown by your school.

Still have questions?

For official GPA rules and academic policies, contact the LSAC Registrar's Office or your academic advisor.

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This LSAC GPA calculator is an independent educational tool and is not affiliated with LSAC or any law school. For official application GPA calculations, refer to your LSAC academic summary and transcript review.