PUP GWA Calculator Polytechnic University of the Philippines
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines is one of the largest state universities in the Philippines with campuses across the country. PUP uses the standard Philippine 1.00 to 5.00 numerical grading scale the same system used by most major Philippine public universities.
skolar ng Bayan tracking Dean’s List standing or Latin honor progress can compute their PUP GWA instantly enter your Polytechnic University of the Philippines grades and unit values for your accurate semestral or cumulative average.
PUP GWA Calculator — Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Compute your General Weighted Average using the standard 1.00–5.00 grading scale.
Lower number = better performance · Minimum passing grade: 3.00
| Subject Name | Final Grade | Credit Units | Grade × Units | Del |
|---|
The PUP Grading Scale
| Grade | Description | Percentage | GPA (4.0) | Standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | Excellent | 96–100% | 4.00 | Summa Cum Laude |
| 1.25 | Superior | 93–95% | 3.75 | Magna Cum Laude |
| 1.50 | Very Good | 90–92% | 3.50 | Magna / Cum Laude |
| 1.75 | Good | 87–89% | 3.25 | Cum Laude / Dean’s List |
| 2.00 | Satisfactory | 84–86% | 3.00 | Good standing |
| 2.25 | Fairly Satisfactory | 81–83% | 2.75 | Good standing |
| 2.50 | Passing | 78–80% | 2.50 | Passing |
| 2.75 | Barely Passing | 76–77% | 2.25 | Passing |
| 3.00 | Conditional Pass | 75% | 2.00 | Minimum passing grade |
| 5.00 | Failed | Below 75% | 0.00 | Must retake |
PUP GWA Formula Worked Example
GWA = Sum of (Grade × Units) ÷ Total Units
| Subject | Grade | Units | Grade × Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology subject (major) | 1.75 | 5 | 8.75 |
| Engineering subject | 2.00 | 4 | 8.00 |
| Communication | 1.50 | 3 | 4.50 |
| Mathematics | 2.25 | 3 | 6.75 |
| Filipino | 1.75 | 3 | 5.25 |
| Physical Education | 1.00 | 2 | 2.00 |
| NSTP | 1.25 | 3 | 3.75 |
| Total | 23 units | 39.00 |
PUP GWA = 39.00 ÷ 23 = 1.70 For a step-by-step guide on how each subject’s Prelim, Midterm, and Final grades combine before entering GWA computation our guide on how to compute grades in college Philippines covers the full formula with worked examples.
This PUP student achieved a semestral GWA of 1.70 qualifying for Dean’s List and building toward Cum Laude.
PUP Dean’s List and Academic Recognition
PUP’s Dean’s List requires a semestral GWA of 1.75 or better with no failing grades and no incomplete grades during that semester. Students who consistently make the Dean’s List at PUP are building toward Latin honors at graduation.For the complete breakdown of how PUP’s Dean’s List requirement compares to UP, UST, NU, and all major Philippine universities including the President’s Lister distinction see our full guide on Dean’s Lister requirements Philippines.
PUP also recognizes academic excellence through the President’s Lister designation for students achieving a higher GWA threshold typically around 1.50 or better semestral GWA. Confirm current thresholds with your specific PUP campus.
PUP Latin Honors
Summa Cum Laude cumulative GWA approximately 1.00 to 1.20, zero failing grades on transcript. Magna Cum Laude cumulative GWA approximately 1.21 to 1.45, zero failing grades. Cum Laude cumulative GWA approximately 1.46 to 1.75, zero failing grades.
PUP has multiple campuses Sta. Mesa (Main), Bataan, Cagayan Valley, Commonwealth, Hasaan, Lagro, Lopez, Paranaque, Pulilan, Quezon City, San Juan, Santa Rosa, Santo Tomas, Taguig. Grading scale is uniform across campuses. Confirm specific honor cutoffs with your campus registrar.Current PUP academic policies and Latin honor thresholds are published by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines official website confirm the exact requirements applicable to your campus and program
PUP Scholarship GWA Requirements
DOST-SEI scholars at PUP maintain GWA 2.00 or better per semester. Most external scholarships at PUP require GWA between 1.75 and 2.50 depending on the program. Confirm your specific requirement with your scholarship coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions PUP GWA Calculator
What is the passing grade at PUP?
The minimum passing grade at PUP is 3.00 on the 1.00 to 5.00 scale equivalent to 75 percent performance. Any grade numerically above 3.00 on the PUP scale is failing, recorded as 5.00.
What GWA do you need for the Dean’s List at PUP?
PUP Dean’s List requires a semestral GWA of 1.75 or better with no failing grades and no INC grades during that semester. The requirement applies per semester not cumulatively.
Does this calculator work for all PUP campuses?
Yes. All PUP campuses use the standard Philippine 1.00 to 5.00 grading scale and the same GWA formula. Enter your grades and units from any PUP campus and the calculator gives your accurate GWA.