Final Grade Calculator
The exam score you need to hit your target grade.
Reviewed by James Whitfield · How we check our maths
Your values
ⓘ Live results
Results
- Score needed on the final
- 108.67%
- Verdict
- Not achievable — the target is out of reach
- Grade if you score 100%
- 87.4%
- Grade if you score 70%
- 78.4%
Working
- 1Needed = (90 − 82 × 0.7) ÷ 0.3 = 108.67%
Quick answer
Required exam score = (target − current × (1 − weight)) ÷ weight.
The formula
Needed = (target − current × (1 − w)) ÷ w
Worked example
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with.
Inputs
- Current grade82 %
- Target final grade90 %
- Final exam weight30 %
Result
- Score needed on the final108.67%
- VerdictNot achievable — the target is out of reach
- Grade if you score 100%87.4%
- Grade if you score 70%78.4%
How to use the Final Grade Calculator
- 1Enter your current course grade.
- 2Enter the grade you want overall.
- 3Enter what percentage of the grade the final is worth.
Frequently asked questions
What if the required score is over 100?
The target is mathematically out of reach. Recalculate with a realistic target, or ask about extra credit.
Where do I find the exam weight?
The course syllabus lists the grade breakdown — finals are commonly 20–40%.
About this calculator
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