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GPA Calculator

Calculate your grade point average instantly. Enter your courses, grades, and credit hours to see your GPA computed in real-time.

YOUR CURRENT GPA

4.00

Total Credits

12

Quality Points

48.00

GPA Scale

4.0

Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about GPA calculations.

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of your academic performance. It is calculated by assigning point values to letter grades and averaging them based on the number of credit hours for each course. A GPA typically ranges from 0.0 to 4.0, with 4.0 being the highest possible score.

To calculate GPA, multiply each course's grade point value by the number of credit hours, add all the results together, then divide by the total number of credit hours. For example, if you took two 3-credit courses with A (4.0) and B (3.0) grades, your GPA would be: (4.0 × 3 + 3.0 × 3) ÷ 6 = 3.5.

The standard 4.0 GPA scale assigns the following values: A+ and 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, D- = 0.7, and F = 0.0. Some schools use variations like A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0.

Typically, all graded courses count toward your GPA calculation. However, this can vary by school. Some institutions may exclude transfer credits, pass/fail courses, or courses taken at other schools from GPA calculations. Check with your specific school's policies.

Yes, you can improve your GPA by earning better grades in future courses. Since GPA is an average, consistently earning higher grades will increase it over time. Retaking courses you performed poorly in (if allowed by your school) can also help improve your overall GPA.

A GPA of 3.5 and above is generally considered excellent, 3.0-3.5 is very good, 2.5-3.0 is good, and below 2.0 may be considered unsatisfactory. However, standards vary by institution and field. Some competitive programs may require a 3.7+, while others may focus on other factors beyond GPA.

About GPA Calculations

This GPA calculator uses the standard 4.0 scale commonly used in US high schools and colleges. It multiplies each course's grade point value by its credit hours, sums the quality points, and divides by total credit hours. The result is rounded to two decimal places. Note that different schools may use different GPA scales or exclusions, so always verify with your institution for official GPA records.

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