GPA Calculator

How to Use This GPA Calculator

Calculate your college or high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. Add your courses, grades, and credit hours to get your semester and cumulative GPA. Supports standard and weighted grading scales.

1. Enter your values in the input fields provided.
2. The tool calculates results automatically as you type.
3. View detailed results and breakdowns below the calculator.
4. Copy or download results as needed.
5. All data stays in your browser — nothing is uploaded to any server.

How GPA is Calculated

GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated by multiplying each course's grade points by its credit hours, summing all products, then dividing by total credit hours. On a 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, F=0.0.

Why GPA Matters

GPA affects academic standing, scholarship eligibility, graduate school admissions, and even job applications. Most scholarships require a minimum 3.0 GPA. Competitive graduate programs look for 3.5+. Dean's list is typically 3.5+. Academic probation usually starts below 2.0.

Strategies to Improve Your GPA

Focus on high-credit courses where improvement has the biggest impact. Use grade calculators to plan what grades you need. Take advantage of grade replacement policies if available. Consider retaking courses where you scored poorly. Seek help early through tutoring, office hours, and study groups.

Weighted vs Unweighted GPA

Unweighted GPA uses a standard 4.0 scale for all courses. Weighted GPA gives extra points for honors, AP, or IB courses (typically up to 5.0). Colleges often recalculate GPA using their own systems. When comparing GPAs, always clarify whether they are weighted or unweighted.