SUTD uses the cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) criteria based on a 5.0 system to recognise our students’ academic excellence. Students who graduate with a CGPA of 3.0 and above will be awarded an honours based on the degree classification in the table below, while those graduating with a CGPA below 3.0 and above 2.0 will receive a Pass classification (without honours).
| CGPA Range | Class of Honours |
| 4.50 and above/5.00 | Honours with Highest Distinction |
| 4.00 – 4.49/5.00 | Honours with Distinction |
| 3.50 – 3.99/5.00 | Honours with Merit |
| 3.00 – 3.49/5.00 | Honours |
| 2.00 – 2.99/5.00 | Pass |