How do universities calculate GPA?

Most universities multiply each course grade point by its credit hours, add the grade points, then divide by total attempted credits.

Can I calculate GPA on a 5.0 or 7.0 scale?

Yes. Select the GPA scale menu to switch between standard 4.0, 4.3, 5.0, and 7.0 scales.

What GPA do I need to reach my target GPA?

Use Target mode, enter your current GPA, completed credits, future credits, and desired cumulative GPA. The calculator estimates the GPA needed in future courses.

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GPA Calculator

Calculate GPA in real time with letter grades, credit hours, semester history, target planning, and 4.0, 5.0, or 7.0 university scales.

Calculate Your GPA

Results update instantly as grades, credits, and scales change.

GPA scale

Grade to GPA conversion

Conversion scale

Converted value A = 4.0 / 4.0

Enter grades to calculate.

Results update instantly as values change.

Weighted GPA Formula

Weighted GPA equals total grade points divided by total credit hours. Each course contributes grade value multiplied by its credits.

Cumulative GPA Formula

Cumulative GPA uses the same weighted formula across all semesters or terms: total quality points divided by total attempted credits.

Target GPA Formula

Required GPA equals the grade points still needed divided by future credits. If the required GPA is above your scale, the target is not reachable with those credits alone.

GPA Calculator FAQ

Do universities use the same GPA scale?

No. Many US schools use a 4.0 scale, some use a 4.3 scale, some high schools use a 5.0 weighted scale, and some universities outside the US use 7.0 or other scales.

What is the difference between simple and weighted GPA?

Simple GPA averages grade values equally. Weighted GPA accounts for credit hours, so a 4-credit class affects GPA more than a 1-credit class.

Can this calculator match my university exactly?

Use the scale closest to your school policy. If your university has a custom conversion table, update the grading scale section in assets/js/app.js.