GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA). Add courses and grades to see your cumulative GPA.
Your GPA
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Based on 11 total credits.
GPA Calculator: College & High School
Everything you need to know
About the GPA Calculator
Your Grade Point Average (GPA) is one of the most important metrics in your academic career. It affects college admissions, scholarship eligibility, honor roll status, graduate school applications, and even some job opportunities. Our GPA calculator handles every common grading system:
- 4.0 scale: Standard unweighted GPA
- Weighted scale: 5.0 or 6.0 for honors/AP/IB courses
- Percentage conversion: Convert percentage grades to GPA
- Cumulative calculation: Combine multiple semesters
- Target GPA planning: Determine what grades you need to reach a goal
How GPA Is Calculated
Standard 4.0 Scale
| Letter Grade | Percentage | GPA Points |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 97-100% | 4.0 |
| A | 93-96% | 4.0 |
| A- | 90-92% | 3.7 |
| B+ | 87-89% | 3.3 |
| B | 83-86% | 3.0 |
| B- | 80-82% | 2.7 |
| C+ | 77-79% | 2.3 |
| C | 73-76% | 2.0 |
| C- | 70-72% | 1.7 |
| D+ | 67-69% | 1.3 |
| D | 65-66% | 1.0 |
| F | Below 65% | 0.0 |
Calculation Formula
Semester GPA = Σ (Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ Credit Hours
Example:
| Course | Grade | Points | Credits | Quality Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | A | 4.0 | 3 | 12.0 |
| Math | B+ | 3.3 | 4 | 13.2 |
| History | A- | 3.7 | 3 | 11.1 |
| Science | B | 3.0 | 4 | 12.0 |
| Art | A | 4.0 | 2 | 8.0 |
| Total | 16 | 56.3 |
Semester GPA = 56.3 ÷ 16 = 3.52
Weighted GPA (Honors/AP/IB)
Many schools add extra points for advanced courses:
| Course Type | Extra Points | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | +0.0 | A = 4.0 |
| Honors | +0.5 | A = 4.5 |
| AP/IB | +1.0 | A = 5.0 |
Example weighted calculation:
- AP English (A): 5.0 × 3 credits = 15.0
- Honors Math (B+): 3.8 × 4 credits = 15.2
- Regular History (A-): 3.7 × 3 credits = 11.1
- AP Science (B): 4.0 × 4 credits = 16.0
- Weighted GPA = 57.3 ÷ 14 = 4.09
Cumulative GPA
Your cumulative GPA combines all semesters:
Cumulative GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours
Example:
- Fall semester: 16 credits, GPA 3.50 → 56.0 quality points
- Spring semester: 16 credits, GPA 3.60 → 57.6 quality points
- Cumulative GPA = (56.0 + 57.6) ÷ (16 + 16) = 113.6 ÷ 32 = 3.55
Target GPA Planning
Want to know what grades you need to reach a goal?
Formula: Required GPA = (Target Cumulative × Total Future Credits - Current Quality Points) ÷ Remaining Credits
Example:
- Current: 60 credits, 3.40 GPA → 204 quality points
- Goal: 3.50 cumulative after 120 credits
- Remaining: 60 credits
- Required: (3.50 × 120 - 204) ÷ 60 = (420 - 204) ÷ 60 = 3.60 GPA needed
Different GPA Scales Around the World
| Country/Scale | Highest GPA | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| United States (4.0) | 4.0 | Most common |
| United States (weighted) | 5.0 or 6.0 | For advanced courses |
| Germany | 1.0 | Lower is better (1.0 = excellent) |
| India (10-point) | 10.0 | CGPA system |
| UK | 4.0 or 100% | First-class honors, 2:1, 2:2 |
| Australia | 7.0 | HD, D, C, P, F |
| Canada | 4.0 | Varies by province |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA caps at 4.0 regardless of course difficulty. Weighted GPA adds extra points for honors, AP, or IB classes, often allowing GPAs above 4.0.
Do colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPA?
Most colleges recalculate GPA using their own standards, often unweighted. They also consider course rigor separately.
Can I raise my GPA significantly in one semester?
It depends on how many credits you've completed. If you have 90 credits at 3.0, even a 4.0 semester of 15 credits only raises your cumulative to 3.16.
What GPA do I need for the Dean's List?
Typically 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, but this varies by school.
How do pass/fail courses affect GPA?
Pass/fail courses usually don't affect GPA. A "Pass" gives credit hours but no quality points. A "Fail" may or may not count as an F depending on school policy.
What's a good GPA for graduate school?
Most programs expect at least 3.0. Competitive programs (medical school, law school, top MBA programs) often expect 3.5+.