Calculate your cumulative GPA easily.
Your GPA
3.67
Very Good
Total Credits: 9Total Points: 33.0
Your Courses
Why calculate your GPA?
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is one of the most important metrics for academic success, serving as a key indicator for college admissions, scholarship eligibility, and graduate school applications. Tracking your GPA helps you understand your academic standing, identify areas for improvement, and set realistic goals for future semesters. Whether you're planning for graduation requirements, applying for honors programs, or simply monitoring your progress, knowing your GPA is essential for making informed decisions about your education and career path.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is GPA calculated?
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course grade by its credit hours, summing these values, then dividing by total credit hours. This gives a weighted average that accounts for course difficulty. For example, if you have a 3-credit course with an A (4.0) and a 4-credit course with a B (3.0), your GPA would be ((3×4.0) + (4×3.0)) / 7 = 3.43. The more credits a course carries, the more it influences your overall GPA.
What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA uses a standard 4.0 scale for all classes, regardless of difficulty level. Weighted GPA gives extra points (usually 0.5-1.0) for honors, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or college-level courses, potentially exceeding 4.0. For instance, an A in an AP class might be worth 5.0 in a weighted system. Colleges often recalculate GPAs using their own methods, so it's important to understand which type your school reports.
What GPA scale does this calculator use?
Our calculator uses the standard 4.0 scale where A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Plus/minus grades adjust by ±0.3 (e.g., A-=3.7, B+=3.3). This is the most widely used grading scale in the United States and is recognized by most colleges and universities. Some institutions may use slightly different scales, but the 4.0 system provides a reliable baseline for comparing academic performance across different schools and programs.
How do credit hours affect GPA?
Credit hours represent course weight and directly impact how much each grade influences your GPA. A 4-credit course impacts your GPA more than a 1-credit course because it represents more class time and workload. For example, getting an A in a 4-credit class adds 16 grade points (4 credits × 4.0 grade), while an A in a 1-credit class only adds 4 grade points. This weighting system ensures that more substantial courses have a proportionally greater effect on your academic record.
Can I calculate cumulative GPA?
Yes! To calculate cumulative GPA, you'll need to include all courses from previous semesters along with current courses. Enter each course's grade and credit hours into the calculator, regardless of when you took them. The tool will compute your overall GPA across all terms. This is particularly useful when planning future semesters, as you can add hypothetical courses to see how different grades would affect your cumulative GPA and determine what scores you need to reach your target GPA.