GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average based on grades and credit hours
Enter your course grades and credit hours to calculate your GPA on a 4.0 scale.
About this Tool
The GPA Calculator helps students calculate their Grade Point Average (GPA) based on grades and credit hours for each course. GPA is a standard way of measuring academic achievement. This tool makes it easy to track your performance, see how new grades affect your overall average, and set academic goals. It uses a standard 4.0 scale but supports common variations like A- and B+.
Common Use Cases
Semester Planning
Calculate your current semester's GPA to track your progress and make adjustments to study habits as needed.
Overall GPA Tracking
Combine grades from all semesters to find your cumulative GPA, which is crucial for scholarships, admissions, and job applications.
Goal Setting
See what grades you need in future courses to raise your GPA to a target level for honors, scholarships, or graduate school applications.
Impact Analysis
Determine how a specific course grade will impact your overall GPA before final grades are released.
Pro Tips
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Credit Hours Matter
A grade in a high-credit course (like 4 or 5 credits) has a much larger impact on your GPA than a grade in a low-credit course (like 1 or 2 credits).
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Check Your School's Scale
This calculator uses a standard 4.0 scale. Some schools use different scales (e.g., some don't use +/- grades, or use a 5.0 scale for AP/honors courses). Always check your school's official policy.
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Pass/Fail Courses
Pass/Fail courses typically don't affect your GPA. If you passed, you get the credits but no grade points. Exclude them from this calculator.
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Regularly Update
Update your GPA calculation each semester to stay on top of your academic standing and make informed decisions about your coursework.