- DTP Success Team
Will DSST Exams Affect My Grade Point Average?
Updated: Nov 19

Most students who take DSST exams are worried about how their grade point average (GPA) will be affected.
Will the grades from the DSST exams be averaged in with the rest of your grades?
The answer is no, and that's one of the best features of DSST exams!
While it may be stressful if you don't pass, failing an exam won't affect your GPA because these tests work independently from official classes.
DSST exams are scored as Pass or Fail.

If you fail any of these examinations, then it's simply another 30 days to take that test again!
So, don't worry about the grade if you want to improve your GPA with DSST exams.
Just focus on passing the exam.
And, with a little effort and some studying, you'll be able to do just that!
For more questions and answers related to academics, read our blog:
5 Questions You Should Ask Your Academic Counselor Before Taking Any DSST Exam