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GPA Calculator

Weighted GPA from grades and credit hours.

Reviewed by James Whitfield · How we check our maths

Your values

ⓘ Live results

Results
Semester GPA
3.407
Quality points earned
51.1
Credits this term
15
Cumulative GPA
3.402
Standing
Good standing

Working

  1. 1GPA = 51.1 ÷ 15 = 3.407

Quick answer

GPA is the sum of grade points × credits, divided by total credits.

The formula

GPA = Σ(points × credits) ÷ Σcredits

Worked example

Worked example

Using the values the calculator loads with.

Inputs

  • Grade points per course4.0, 3.7, 3.0, 3.3, 2.7 comma separated
  • Credit hours per course3, 4, 3, 3, 2 comma separated
  • Prior GPA3.4
  • Prior credits45

Result

  • Semester GPA3.407
  • Quality points earned51.1
  • Credits this term15
  • Cumulative GPA3.402
  • StandingGood standing

How to use the GPA Calculator

  1. 1Enter grade points for each course (A = 4.0, B = 3.0…).
  2. 2Enter matching credit hours.
  3. 3Add prior GPA and credits for a cumulative figure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the grade points?

A = 4.0, A− = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B− = 2.7, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0 on the standard US 4.0 scale.

How does a weighted GPA differ?

Honours and AP courses add 0.5–1.0 to the point value, so weighted GPAs can exceed 4.0.

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