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GPA Calculator for Taiwan

Calculate your GPA using Taiwan's 4.3 grading scale. Credit-weighted GPA calculator for National Taiwan University (NTU), National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) and other Taiwanese universities. Supports letter grades A+ to F with accurate grade point mapping.

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Quick Facts
Taiwan University Grading System
Main Grading Approach:

GPA / Letter Grading (with underlying percentage)

Typical Grading Scale:

4.3 GPA (Letter grades A+ to F)

Local Credit Term:

Credits (學分 - Xuéfēn)

Credit-Weighted:

Yes. Results weighted by credit hours per course.

Typical Pass Mark:

60% (C-) for Undergraduates | 70% (B-) for Graduates

Resits / Retakes:

No resit exams; students must retake entire course.

Rounding Rules:

Usually to two decimal places (e.g., 3.85)

Grading System Overview (Taiwan)
4.3 GPA scale with letter grades; semester-based system

Taiwanese higher education operates on a semester basis (18 weeks per semester). While older transcripts may only show percentages, modern transcripts from major universities show Letter Grades and Grade Points.

Assessment Structure:

Evaluation is typically a split of:

  • Midterm Exam: 30%
  • Final Exam: 40%
  • Continuous Assessment: 30% (quizzes, attendance, participation)
What Transcripts Show:

Course Title, Credits, Letter Grade, and Grade Points. The bottom of the transcript usually includes the Semester GPA and Cumulative GPA (CGPA).

Key Definitions:
  • Credits (學分): One credit usually equals one hour of lecture per week for a full semester.
  • Grade Point (積分): The numerical value assigned to a letter grade (e.g., A = 4.0).
  • Ranking (排名): Many universities provide a "Percentile Ranking" (e.g., Top 10%) on the transcript.
Step-by-Step GPA / CGPA Calculation
Weighted Average GPA method (standard for Taiwan)
  1. Individual Course Grade: Grades are first calculated as a percentage (0-100) and then converted to a letter grade based on the university's specific mapping.
  2. Determine Grade Points: Convert the letter grade of each course into its numerical equivalent (e.g., A = 4.0, A+ = 4.3).
  3. Calculate Quality Points: Multiply the Grade Point by the number of Credits for that course.
  4. Sum Totals: Add all Quality Points and all Credits.
  5. Divide: GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credits Attempted
Formula: GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credits) ÷ Σ(Total Credits)
Special Rules:
  • Graduate Pass Mark: A grade of C+ or lower (below 70) is often a fail for Master's/PhD students, whereas 60 is passing for Undergraduates.
  • Failed Courses (F): Credits for failed courses are included in the GPA denominator, significantly lowering the average.
  • Withdrawal (W): Does not affect the GPA but appears on the transcript.
Grade to GPA Conversion Table
4.3 Scale Standard (NTU, NCKU, NTHU, NCU)
Letter GradePercentageGrade Point (4.3 Scale)Description
A+90–1004.3All goals achieved beyond expectation
A85–894.0All goals achieved
A-80–843.7Goals achieved with minor polish needed
B+77–793.3Some goals well achieved
B73–763.0Goals adequately achieved
B-70–722.7Passing (Graduate)
C+67–692.3Minimum goals achieved
C63–662.0Minimum goals with minor flaws
C-60–621.7Passing (Undergraduate)
F0–590.0Fail
Worked Example
Student: Wei-Ling (Junior - Engineering)
CourseCreditsLetter GradeGrade PointQuality Points
Calculus (III)4A4.016.0
Physics Lab2A+4.38.6
Fluid Mechanics3B3.09.0
Mandarin Lit2A-3.77.4
Circuit Design3C+2.36.9
TOTAL14--47.9

Final GPA = 47.9 ÷ 14 = 3.42

What "Final Result" Means
Understanding GPA metrics in Taiwan
1. Semester GPA: Used to determine eligibility for "President's List" (top 5% of class).
2. Cumulative GPA: The primary metric for graduation and graduate school applications.
3. Degree Certificate: Unlike the US, the degree is rarely awarded with Latin honors (Cum Laude). Instead, the official rank (e.g., 2nd in a class of 50) is the mark of high distinction.
Variations by University
Major Taiwanese universities and their grading systems

National Taiwan University (NTU)

Max GPA: 4.3

Pass Mark (UG/Grad): 60 / 70

Top-tier university. Uses 4.3 scale with letter grades.

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)

Max GPA: 4.3

Pass Mark (UG/Grad): 60 / 70

Engineering-focused. Uses 4.3 scale.

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU)

Max GPA: 4.3

Pass Mark (UG/Grad): 60 / 70

Science and technology. Uses 4.3 scale.

National Central University (NCU)

Max GPA: 4.3

Pass Mark (UG/Grad): 60 / 70

Uses 4.3 scale standard.

Chung Yuan Christian University

Max GPA: 4.0

Pass Mark (UG/Grad): 60 / 70

Private institution. Uses 4.0 scale.

International Interpretation
Converting Taiwanese GPA internationally
US/Canada: A 3.0 GPA on a Taiwan 4.3 scale is often seen as roughly equivalent to a 2.7–2.8 on a US 4.0 scale. However, the A (85-89) range is very competitive.
Europe (ECTS): 1 Taiwan credit is generally considered equivalent to 2 ECTS credits. A standard 3-credit course in Taiwan is roughly 6 ECTS.
MOE Guidelines: The Ministry of Education Scholarship 2026 guidelines suggest an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above (out of 4.5 or recalculated) is required for excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions (Taiwan)

Sources & References
Student Guidance: A common mistake for international students in Taiwan is assuming a C (65%) is a safe pass. In competitive departments (like CS or Medicine), falling below a B- can sometimes trigger academic warnings or disqualify you from internal scholarships. Always prioritize your Rank (百分比例) as it is often more important than the raw GPA for local employers.

Educational estimates only • Verify with your institution