Calculating a Major Grade Point Average Calculating a Major Grade Point Average Major grade point averages do not appear in the student record system nor on a student's transcript. If a student needs a major grade point average, the student should order a transcript for use in calculating the major grade point average. Upon receipt of the transcript, the student should identify the courses which count to the major. All courses in the major department count toward the major grade point average.
Some departments count additional courses to the major.
If you have questions regarding the courses which count toward your major grade point average, please contact your school . A grade point average is calculated by dividing the total quality points for major courses divided by the total quality hours for major courses. Last modified on Monday, April 10, 2000.