What Is a GPA Calculator?
A GPA (Grade Point Average) calculator converts your course grades and credit hours into a weighted average on a 4.0 scale. It is an essential tool for students who need to track their academic standing, plan course loads, or determine the grades required to reach a target GPA.
How to Use This GPA Calculator
- Enter the credit hours and grade point value (on a 4.0 scale) for Course 1.
- Enter the credit hours and grade point value for Course 2.
- Click “Calculate” to see your weighted GPA, the corresponding letter grade, and a breakdown table showing each course’s credits, grade, and quality points.
Key Concepts
GPA is computed by multiplying each course’s grade points (e.g., A=4.0, B+=3.3) by its credit hours to get quality points, then dividing the total quality points by the total credit hours. A semester GPA covers one term, while a cumulative GPA spans your entire enrollment. Many institutions use plus/minus grading where an A− is 3.7 and a B+ is 3.3, providing finer academic differentiation.
GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ(Credit Hours)
Frequently Asked Questions
What grade point value does each letter grade have?
On a standard 4.0 scale: A=4.0, A−=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, B−=2.7, C+=2.3, C=2.0, C−=1.7, D+=1.3, D=1.0, and F=0.0.
How do credit hours affect GPA?
Courses with more credit hours carry greater weight. An A in a 4-credit course impacts your GPA more than an A in a 1-credit course, because it contributes more quality points to the total.
Can I calculate the GPA I need to reach a goal?
Yes. Enter your current cumulative GPA and total credits, then experiment with future course grades to see what it takes to achieve your desired cumulative GPA.