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GPA Calculator

Calculate your GPA instantly with classes, credits, and optional weighted grading.

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How to Calculate Your GPA

Your Grade Point Average (GPA) represents your academic performance as a single number. To calculate it, you need two things for each class: your letter grade and the number of credit hours.

Each letter grade has a point value on the 4.0 scale. An A is worth 4.0 points, a B is 3.0, a C is 2.0, a D is 1.0, and an F is 0.0. Plus and minus grades fall in between.

GPA Formula

GPA = Σ (Grade Points × Credits) ÷ Total Credits

Example: If you earned an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course and a B+ (3.3) in a 4-credit course, your GPA would be: (4.0 × 3 + 3.3 × 4) ÷ (3 + 4) = 25.2 ÷ 7 = 3.60.

Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA

Unweighted GPA

Uses a standard 4.0 scale. Every class is treated the same regardless of difficulty. An A in regular English and an A in AP Physics both count as 4.0.

Weighted GPA

Awards bonus points for advanced courses. Honors classes typically add 0.5 and AP/IB classes add 1.0 to the grade point, allowing GPAs above 4.0.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate my GPA?
Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, add them all up, and divide by your total credit hours. For example, an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course gives you 12 quality points. Our calculator does this instantly as you enter your classes.
What is a weighted GPA?
A weighted GPA gives extra points for harder classes like Honors (+0.5) and AP/IB (+1.0). This means your GPA can go above 4.0. Many high schools use weighted GPAs to reward students who take challenging coursework.
What is an unweighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA uses the standard 4.0 scale where an A = 4.0 regardless of course difficulty. All classes are treated equally. Most colleges recalculate your GPA on an unweighted scale during admissions.
How many credits should I enter?
Enter the number of credit hours assigned to each course. Most college courses are 3 or 4 credits. High school classes are typically 1 credit per year-long course or 0.5 per semester. Check your transcript if you're unsure.
Does this GPA calculator work for college?
Yes. This calculator uses the standard 4.0 GPA scale used by most colleges and universities in the United States. Enter your courses, grades, and credit hours to get an accurate GPA calculation.
Can I use this for high school GPA?
Absolutely. High school students can calculate both weighted and unweighted GPAs. Toggle on weighted mode and select Honors or AP/IB for your advanced classes to see your weighted GPA.
What GPA do I need for college?
GPA requirements vary by school. Competitive universities often expect a 3.5+ unweighted GPA, while many state schools accept 2.5–3.0. Check specific college admissions pages for their requirements.

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