Minimum Graduation Cutoff
2.0 GPA (C Average)
A 2.0 GPA represents the absolute minimum cumulative average required to remain in good academic standing and earn an undergraduate diploma at most US universities.
4.0 Scale2.0
Percentage73–76%
Honors (+0.5)2.5
AP / IB (+1.0)3.0
Transcript & Academic Impact
Any subsequent semester with a C- or lower immediately triggers academic probation or suspension warnings.
🎖️Latin Honors: No
College Admissions Standing & Competitiveness
Admission is generally limited to non-selective institutions, community colleges, or provisional admission pipelines.
National Class Standing:Lower 20%
How to Maintain or Elevate This Grade
- ✓Prioritize high-impact course retakes where previous D or F marks can be replaced with B or A grades.
- ✓Work closely with an academic success coach or counselor every two weeks.
- ✓Adopt a strict syllabus calendar with assignment alerts 72 hours in advance.
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