GPA Calculator
Calculate Grade Point Average on 4.0 scale. Course credits and letter grades input.
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GPA Calculation Guide
GPA (Grade Point Average) quantifies academic performance on a standard scale. CalcSolver's GPA calculator handles both weighted (AP/ honors courses on 5.0 scale) and unweighted (standard 4.0 scale) calculations, supporting any number of courses with different credit hours.
On a 4.0 unweighted scale: A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0. A student with 3 A's (3 credits each) and 1 B (4 credits) has GPA = (3×4.0×3 + 1×3.0×4) / (3×3 + 1×4) = (36+12)/(9+4) = 48/13 ≈ 3.69.
GPA matters for college admissions, scholarships, graduate school applications, and some employer screening. Weighted GPA gives bonus points for challenging courses — a "B" in AP Calculus might count as 3.5 instead of 3.0. Cumulative GPA includes all semesters; semester GPA covers only the current term. Use CalcSolver's grade calculator for individual course grade planning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is GPA calculated?
GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credit Hours. Each grade is converted to points (A=4.0, B=3.0, etc.), multiplied by credit hours, then summed and divided by total credits.
What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA uses a 4.0 scale (A=4.0). Weighted GPA adds 0.5 for Honors and 1.0 for AP/IB courses, allowing GPA above 4.0.
What is a good GPA?
A 3.0+ is generally good, 3.5+ is very good and qualifies for Dean's List, and 3.8+ is excellent. Requirements vary by institution and program.