CGPA Calculator for Cameroon
Calculate your CGPA/GPA using Cameroon's bilingual LMD system. Supports 0–20 scale (Francophone) and 4.0 GPA (Anglophone). Credit-weighted calculations as used by University of Yaoundé, Buea, Douala and other institutions.
Cameroon operates a unique bilingual higher education system consisting of the Francophone subsystem (influenced by the French 0–20 scale) and the Anglophone subsystem (influenced by British/North American GPA models).
Since 2007, both subsystems have been unified under the LMD (Licence, Master, Doctorat) framework, which uses a credit-based system. 1 credit ≈ 25-30 hours of work.
Francophone institutions (e.g., Yaoundé I, Douala) primarily use the 0–20 scale. Transcripts often include a GPA equivalent (0–4.0) for international compatibility.
Anglophone institutions (e.g., Buea, Bamenda) primarily use a 4.0 GPA scale with letter grades (A–F).
Pass mark: 10.00 / 20.00 (50%) or Grade C (2.0 GPA). Assessment typically includes Continuous Assessment (CC - 30%–40%) and Final Exam (60%–70%).
| Main Approach | Hybrid: Weighted Average (0–20) and Grade Point Average (GPA 4.0) |
| Typical Scale(s) | 0–20 (Francophone) or 0.0–4.0 / 0–100% (Anglophone) |
| Local Credit Term | Crédits (aligned with LMD standards; 1 credit ≈ 25-30 hours) |
| Weighting | Results are Credit-weighted (Pondéré par les crédits) |
| Pass Mark | 10.00 / 20.00 (50%) or Grade C (2.0 GPA) in some programs |
| Resits (Rattrapages) | Available; typically held after Semester 2. Results may be capped at "Pass" (10/20) |
| Rounding Rules | Usually to two decimal places; no automatic rounding for honors thresholds |
- Individual Course Grade: For each course, calculate total mark from Continuous Assessment (CC) and Exam:
Mark = (CC × 30%) + (Exam × 70%) - Grade Point Assignment: Each grade is assigned a Grade Point (GP) value based on the institution's scale (see tables below).
- Credit Weighting: Grade Points Earned = Grade Point × Credits for that course.
- Total Credits: Sum of all credits attempted.
- Total Grade Points: Sum of all Grade Points Earned.
- GPA / Weighted Average: GPA = Total Grade Points ÷ Total Credits.
- Degree Classification: The CGPA determines the class of degree (see Honours table below).
| Percentage | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Remark | Pass/Fail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 – 100 | A | 4.0 | Excellent | Pass |
| 70 – 79 | B+ | 3.5 | Very Good | Pass |
| 60 – 69 | B | 3.0 | Good | Pass |
| 55 – 59 | C+ | 2.5 | Fairly Good | Pass |
| 50 – 54 | C | 2.0 | Satisfactory (Pass) | Pass |
| 45 – 49 | D+ | 1.5 | Weak | Fail* |
| 40 – 44 | D | 1.0 | Very Weak | Fail |
| 0 – 39 | F | 0.0 | Fail | Fail |
| Mark (/20) | Mention (French) | English Equivalent | GPA Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16.00 – 20.00 | Très Bien | Very Good / Excellent | 3.7 – 4.0 |
| 14.00 – 15.99 | Bien | Good | 3.3 – 3.6 |
| 12.00 – 13.99 | Assez Bien | Fairly Good | 3.0 – 3.2 |
| 10.00 – 11.99 | Passable | Satisfactory | 2.0 – 2.9 |
| 0.00 – 9.99 | Échec | Fail | 0.0 |
| CGPA Range (4.0 Scale) | Classification |
|---|---|
| 3.60 – 4.00 | First Class Honours |
| 3.00 – 3.59 | Second Class Honours (Upper Division) |
| 2.50 – 2.99 | Second Class Honours (Lower Division) |
| 2.00 – 2.49 | Third Class Honours |
| 1.00 – 1.99 | Pass |
| Course | Credits | Grade (%) | Letter Grade | Grade Point | Weighted Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macroeconomics | 6 | 72 | B+ | 3.5 | 21.0 |
| Statistics | 4 | 58 | C+ | 2.5 | 10.0 |
| Accounting | 4 | 48 | D+ | 1.5 | 6.0 |
| French Language | 2 | 82 | A | 4.0 | 8.0 |
| TOTALS | 16 | 45.0 | |||
A student can validate a semester if the weighted average is ≥ 10/20, even if a specific UE (Unité d'Enseignement) is below 10 (though usually not below 5 or 7).
In many faculties, if a student passes a course during the rattrapage (resit) session, the grade is capped at 10/20 or a C (2.0) on the transcript for GPA calculation purposes.
A grade slightly below 10/20 (or D+ in Anglophone) that is validated because the student's overall average is high enough.
Scoring an "A" (80%+) is considered very difficult in Cameroonian public universities. A 12/20 (Mention Assez Bien) is equivalent to a "B" or 3.0 GPA and is considered good.
| University | System | Primary Scale | Official Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Yaoundé I | Francophone | 0–20 (Hybrid GPA) | uy1.uninet.cm |
| University of Buea | Anglophone | 4.0 GPA | ubuea.cm |
| University of Douala | Francophone | 0–20 | univ-douala.com |
| University of Bamenda | Anglophone | 4.0 GPA | uniba-edu.cm |
| University of Dschang | Francophone | 0–20 | univ-dschang.org |
A 14/20 or a 3.3 GPA is considered competitive for Master's admissions.
A 14/20 is often equated to a 2:1 (Upper Second Class).
Mandatory for students moving between subsystems or abroad, as a 12/20 in a rigorous Francophone program is often harder to achieve than a 3.0 GPA in some private institutions.
Confidence Level: High
Basis: Official LMD decree (MESIRES), University of Buea and University of Yaoundé I regulations.