What is a 1.75 GWA in percentage at NU?

At National University (NU), a 1.75 GWA typically corresponds to a percentage grade of approximately 88-90%.

What is the passing grade at NU?

The minimum passing grade at NU is 3.0.

How do I calculate my GWA for NU?

To calculate your GWA for National University (NU), multiply each subject's grade by its units, sum the results, and divide by the total number of units. You can use our specialized NU GWA calculator for an instant result.

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Calculate Your NU GWA

Calculate your GWA for NU. Support for all NU campuses including Manila, MOA, and Laguna. Correctly calibrated for the National University (NU) grading system.

Grading Scale: This calculator is preset to the 1.0 - 5.0 scale used by NU.

Subject

Grade

Units

Your NU GWA

0.0000

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Honor Standing

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Summa (1.0-1.2), Magna (1.21-1.45), Cum Laude (1.46-1.75).

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Everything You Need to Know About GWA

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How to Calculate GWA at National University (NU)

Calculating your General Weighted Average (GWA) at NU is essential for tracking your academic progress and eligibility for honors. Like most Philippine State Universities, NU uses an inverted 1.0 to 5.0 grading scale.

The NU Grading Scale

Grade	Description	Percentage
1.00	Excellent	98-100
1.25	Superior	95-97
1.50	Very Good	92-94
2.00	Good	86-88
3.00	Passing	75
5.00	Failure	Below 75

Honors and Latin Honor Requirements

To graduate with honors at NU, you must maintain a consistent cumulative GWA throughout your stay. Summa (1.0-1.2), Magna (1.21-1.45), Cum Laude (1.46-1.75). Note that in many cases, failing a single subject or getting a disciplinary record may disqualify you from these honors regardless of your final average.

Why Use the NU GWA Calculator?

Our tool is specifically designed for NU students. It eliminates manual errors, handles unit weighting automatically, and even features a "Magic Paste" function that lets you copy your grades directly from your student portal to see your results instantly.