14.1 Grade Point Average (GPA) Calculations

Humber calculates three Grade Point Averages, a Term GPA, a Cumulative GPA and a Program GPA. 

Term GPA
The Term GPA is calculated at the end of each term of study and includes all course attempts and resulting grades.  The Term GPA is used to determine academic standing and progression and progression in a program.  It is also used to determine eligibility for the Dean’s Honour List.  The Term GPA is recorded and available on the Official College Transcript.

Cumulative GPA
The Cumulative GPA is calculated at the end of each term of study and includes all course attempts and resulting grades for a particular level of study.  The Cumulative GPA s recorded and available on the Official College Transcript.

Program GPA
The Program GPA is calculated at the end of each term of study and excludes repeated courses where the student has taken a course more than once and achieved a higher grade.  The Program GPA also excludes courses that are not considered part of the student’s program of study.  The Program GPA is used to determine eligibility for graduating with honours.  The Program GPA is not recorded on the official transcript.