NUS uses a 5-point scale. A+ and A both count as 5.0. Your GPA is the unit-weighted average of your graded courses. NUS renamed CAP to GPA from 1 August 2023, so this also works as a NUS CAP calculator.
NUS grade point table
| Grade | Grade point |
|---|---|
| A+ | 5.0 |
| A | 5.0 |
| A- | 4.5 |
| B+ | 4.0 |
| B | 3.5 |
| B- | 3.0 |
| C+ | 2.5 |
| C | 2.0 |
| D+ | 1.5 |
| D | 1.0 |
| F | 0.0 |
Source: NUS Registrar, Transcript Information Grade Legend (updated 25 Jun 2026)
FAQ
Is NUS CAP the same as GPA?
Yes. From 1 August 2023 NUS renamed Cumulative Average Point (CAP) to Grade Point Average (GPA). The calculation did not change.
Do S/U courses count towards my NUS GPA?
No. If you exercise the S/U option, the letter grade is not shown on your transcript and is not counted towards your GPA.
Does an A+ give more points than an A at NUS?
No. A+ and A both carry 5.0 grade points.
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