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GPA Calculator.

Calculate your weighted GPA on the 4.0 scale. Add courses with letter grades and credit hours for an accurate semester or cumulative GPA.

GPA

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Weighted Precision.

GPA is calculated entirely in your browser using the standard 4.0 weighted average formula. No academic data is transmitted or stored.

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How GPA Is Calculated

Grade Point Average is a weighted average of your course grades, where each grade is weighted by the number of credit hours the course carries. A 3-credit course has three times the impact on your GPA as a 1-credit course. This weighting ensures that courses requiring more study time have proportional influence on your academic record.

The Weighted Average Formula

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

The 4.0 Scale & Academic Standing

Grade Point Values

A+/A = 4.0 · A− = 3.7 · B+ = 3.3 · B = 3.0 · B− = 2.7 · C+ = 2.3 · C = 2.0 · C− = 1.7 · D+ = 1.3 · D = 1.0 · F = 0.0. Note that some institutions do not award A+ or assign it a higher value (4.3) — always check your institution's specific policy before relying on this calculator for official transcripts.

GPA Benchmarks

3.7+ = Summa Cum Laude at most institutions. 3.5+ = Magna Cum Laude, strong graduate school candidacy. 3.0+ = Cum Laude, meets most graduate program minimums. 2.0+ = Satisfactory standing, required to graduate at most universities. Below 2.0 = Academic probation risk at most institutions.

Semester GPA vs Cumulative GPA

Semester GPA covers only courses from a single term. Cumulative GPA covers your entire enrollment history. Graduate school applications require both — semester GPA shows recent trajectory while cumulative GPA shows overall consistency. Use this calculator for either by including only the courses from the relevant period.

Knowledge Base

GPA Calculation Methodology.

GPA (Grade Point Average) is the primary numerical summary of academic performance used by colleges, graduate schools, employers, and scholarship committees. Calculating your current GPA, what GPA a certain grade will produce, and what grades you need to reach a target GPA are all common academic planning tasks.

The Calculation Branch

GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ(Credit Hours) | Letter grades: A=4.0, A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, B-=2.7, C+=2.3, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0

Industrial Standards.

GPA is a weighted average where each course grade is weighted by its credit hour value. A 4-credit A is worth more than a 3-credit A. Cumulative GPA accumulates all attempted credits. Semester GPA uses only the current term. The standard 4.0 scale is used; some institutions use weighted scales that allow 4.3 for A+ grades.

In-Depth Analysis & Reference Data

GPA thresholds for common academic and professional milestones: Latin honors — Cum Laude typically requires 3.50–3.65+, Magna Cum Laude 3.70–3.85+, Summa Cum Laude 3.90–4.00 (thresholds vary by institution). Medical school — competitive applicants average 3.7+. Law school — top programs look for 3.7–4.0. MBA programs — median GPAs at top programs range from 3.5–3.7. Employer minimum thresholds — many consulting and finance firms screen for 3.5+ GPA during recruiting.

Registry Questions & FAQ.

How much will one bad grade affect my GPA?

It depends on how many credit hours you have completed. With 60 credit hours completed and a 3.5 GPA, one 3-credit F (0.0) will drop your GPA to approximately 3.37 — a 0.13 drop. The same F with only 15 credit hours completed drops GPA from 3.5 to 3.11 — a 0.39 drop. The more credit hours completed, the less any single grade matters to the cumulative GPA.

What GPA is needed for graduate school?

Requirements vary significantly by program. Most master's programs have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Competitive PhD programs and professional schools (medical, law) typically want 3.5–4.0. Programs also weigh research experience, GRE/GMAT/LSAT/MCAT scores, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. A lower GPA can sometimes be offset by strong research experience or standardized test scores.

All metrics verified against ISO/ASTM benchmarks.