LSAC GPA Calculator
Convert your university grades to the LSAC 4.33 scale used for law school admissions.
How is the LSAC GPA Different?
When applying to law school, you submit all your transcripts to the Credential Assembly Service (CAS), which is run by the Law School Admission Council (LSAC). They standardize your grades using their own rules.
1. The 4.33 Scale
LSAC rewards A+ grades. An A+ is worth 4.33, an A is 4.0, and an A- is 3.67. This means your LSAC GPA can be higher than your degree GPA if you have A+ grades.
2. No Grade Forgiveness
If you fail a class and retake it, your university might replace the F with your new grade. LSAC calculates both grades. You must include all attempts in this calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an LSAC GPA?
The LSAC (Law School Admission Council) GPA is a standardized GPA calculation used by the Credential Assembly Service (CAS) for law school admissions in the US. It converts grades from all undergraduate institutions to a universal 4.33 scale.
How does LSAC calculate A+ grades?
Unlike a standard 4.0 scale where both an A and an A+ are worth 4.0, the LSAC scale awards 4.33 quality points for an A+. This means your LSAC GPA can actually be higher than 4.0 if you have A+ grades.
Does LSAC count repeated courses?
Yes. This is the biggest difference from standard university GPAs. If you fail a course and retake it, your university might replace the failing grade with the new one. LSAC does NOT do this. Both the original failing grade and the retake grade are factored into your LSAC GPA.
Are non-credit or remedial courses included?
Generally, no. Non-credit courses, remedial courses, and courses taken after your first bachelor's degree is conferred are not included in the LSAC GPA calculation.