How to use the GPA Calculator
- 1 Choose the grading scale your university uses: with plus and minus grades, or letters only.
- 2 For each course, enter its name, credit hours and the grade you received or expect. Add or remove rows as needed.
- 3 Read your term GPA and total credits as you type.
- 4 To get your cumulative GPA, open Include previous semesters and enter your current CGPA and the credits you have completed.
Features
Credit-weighted
Each grade point is multiplied by the course's credit hours, so a 4-credit course counts more than a 2-credit one, the same way universities calculate it.
Two common 4.0 scales
Use the plus and minus scale (A = 4.0, A− = 3.7, B+ = 3.3 and so on) or a letters-only scale (A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0).
Cumulative GPA
Combine this term with all your earlier credits to see where your overall GPA will land before results are announced.
Remembers your courses
Your course list is saved in this browser, so you can return and update grades during the semester.
When to use it
Planning a target
Try different expected grades to see what you need in each course to reach a 3.0 or 3.5 term GPA.
Scholarship and admission forms
Check your cumulative GPA before you apply, then confirm it against your official transcript.
Comparing two scenarios
Enter your courses once, then change one grade at a time to see how much a single course moves your GPA. Courses with more credit hours make the biggest difference.
Frequently asked questions
How is GPA calculated?
Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, add these together, and divide by the total credit hours. For example, A in 3 credits and B in 3 credits is (12 + 9) ÷ 6 = 3.5.
My university uses different grade points. What should I do?
Scales differ: some give A+ more than 4.0, and some use percentage bands. Check your university's handbook and choose the closest scale, or use the result as an estimate.
What is the difference between GPA and CGPA?
GPA usually means one term. CGPA, the cumulative GPA, covers all terms so far, weighted by credits.
Are failed or repeated courses counted?
This calculator counts every row you enter. Universities treat repeats differently, so remove an old attempt if your university replaces it with the new grade.
How do I convert GPA to a percentage?
There is no single formula; each university or board publishes its own. Use your university's official conversion when a form asks for a percentage.
What GPA do I need for a scholarship or job?
Requirements vary. Many scholarships and graduate programmes ask for at least 3.0 out of 4.0, while competitive ones ask for 3.5 or more. Always check the official requirement of each programme.
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