Makerere CGPA Calculator
Use this CGPA calculator to work out your Makerere University CGPA on the 5.0 scale from each course's credit units and letter grade, with the class of degree it reaches.
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Rules as of Makerere University Grading page (opened 4 November 2026). Last reviewed 2026-11-05.
Rule set: Makerere University Grading page (opened 4 November 2026). Makerere's 5.0 scale.
CU is each course's credit units. Have a mark instead of a letter? The grading scale page turns it into one: 78 is a B+.
CGPA so far
Rule set: Makerere's grading
CGPA = sum(credit units × grade point) ÷ sum(credit units)
Rules as of Makerere University Grading page (opened 4 November 2026). Status: confirmed against Makerere University: Grading on 4 November 2026.
- Grade points: A+ 5, A 5, B+ 4.5, B 4, C+ 3.5, C 3, D+ 2.5, D 2, E 1.5, E- 1, F 0.
- A course's grade points are its credit units times the grade value. The page names the Cumulative Grade Point Average but does not write out the division. GradeCat divides the total grade points by the total credit units, the usual meaning of a credit-weighted average.
- The page lists a Pass class with no CGPA range, so GradeCat shows none.
- A student may retake a course when it is next offered, and must retake a failed course. The results of the first sitting are recorded on the transcript. The page does not say how a retake changes the CGPA.
- Makerere states no rounding rule, so the CGPA is shown unrounded: 4 decimals, the rest cut off.
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How to use this CGPA calculator
- Enter each course's credit units (CU) and pick its letter grade. Names are optional. Add course gives you more rows.
- Enter failed courses too: an E, E- or F still counts in the CGPA with its grade point.
- To add earlier semesters, type the CGPA and credit units from your last results under CGPA so far.
How Makerere works out a CGPA
Makerere's grading page gives each letter a grade point and defines a course's grade points as its credit units times that grade value. The CGPA averages them over your credit units.
CGPA = sum(credit units × grade point) ÷ sum(credit units)
The page names the Cumulative Grade Point Average but does not write out the division, so GradeCat uses the usual credit-weighted average. It states no rounding rule either, so the calculator shows the CGPA unrounded.
Worked example: a CGPA of 3.89
This made-up example comes from GradeCat's research on Makerere's scale: four courses and 14 credit units.
| Mark | Grade | Grade point | CU | Grade points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | B+ | 4.5 | 4 | 18 |
| 66 | C+ | 3.5 | 3 | 10.5 |
| 84 | A | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 52 | D | 2 | 3 | 6 |
18 + 10.5 + 20 + 6 = 54.5, and 54.5 ÷ 14 = 3.89 to 2 decimals (3.8928… exactly). That is a Second Class Upper, which runs from 3.60 to 4.39.
Makerere class of degree
| Class | CGPA |
|---|---|
| First Class | 4.40 to 5.00 |
| Second Class Upper Division | 3.60 to 4.39 |
| Second Class Lower Division | 2.80 to 3.59 |
Makerere's page also lists a Pass class but gives it no CGPA range, so GradeCat shows none.
Retakes
A student may retake a course when it is next offered, and must retake a failed course. The results of the first sitting are recorded on the transcript. The page does not say how a retake changes the CGPA, so this calculator counts every course you enter.
Makerere CGPA FAQ
How do I calculate my CGPA at Makerere?
Multiply each course's credit units by its grade point, add these up, and divide by your total credit units. 54.5 grade points over 14 credit units is about 3.89.
What CGPA is a First Class at Makerere?
4.40 to 5.00. A Second Class Upper is 3.60 to 4.39 and a Second Class Lower 2.80 to 3.59.
Is an A+ worth more than an A at Makerere?
No. Both are worth 5 grade points: an A+ is 90 to 100 and an A 80 to 89.
Does a failed course count in my CGPA?
Yes. An E is worth 1.5, an E- 1 and an F 0, and their credit units count. Credits are only earned with a D (50) or better.
What is the pass mark at Makerere?
A D, 50 to 54, is the lowest grade that earns credit. Makerere calls it a marginal pass.
Related tools
- Makerere Grading Scale: marks, letter grades and grade points, with a lookup.
- Weighted Grade Calculator: one course's mark from coursework and an exam.
- All tools for Uganda
Sources
Cite this page
GradeCat. (2026, November 5). Makerere CGPA Calculator. https://gradecat.com/ug/cgpa-calculator/
This is an estimate, not an official result. Your university or board decides the official one. Found a wrong result? Report it.