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Free online GPA calculator for high school, college, and university students. Instantly find your weighted, unweighted, and cumulative GPA on the 4.0 or 5.0 scale.

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Determine your GPA based on letter grades, credit hours, and course weights.

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Calculate your GPA with weighted and unweighted options for high school classes.

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Cumulative GPA Calculator

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How to Calculate Your GPA

Grade Point Average (GPA) is the standard measure of academic achievement used by colleges and universities worldwide. Whether you're a high school student preparing for college or a college student tracking your academic progress, understanding how GPA works is essential. Our free college GPA calculator and high school GPA calculator automate this process, but here's how the math works:

1

Convert Letter Grades to Grade Points

Each letter grade has a numerical value on the 4.0 scale: A=4.0, A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, and so on down to F=0.0.

2

Multiply by Credit Hours

Multiply each grade point by the course's credit hours to find quality points. Example: A (4.0) ร— 3 credits = 12.0 quality points.

3

Add All Quality Points

Sum quality points from all courses. For cumulative GPA, include every semester.

4

Divide by Total Credits

Divide total quality points by total credit hours. GPA = Total Quality Points รท Total Credit Hours. That's your GPA on the 4.0 scale.

4.0 GPA Scale Quick Reference

Letter GradeGrade PointsPercentage
A4.093โ€“100%
A-3.790โ€“92%
B+3.387โ€“89%
B3.083โ€“86%
B-2.780โ€“82%
C+2.377โ€“79%
C2.073โ€“76%
D1.063โ€“66%
F0.0Below 60%

See the full GPA Scale Guide for plus/minus grades and the 4.33 scale. Need to convert a percentage? Percentage to GPA Calculator โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions About GPA

What is GPA and how is it calculated?
GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of your academic performance. It's calculated by converting letter grades to grade points (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0), multiplying each by the course's credit hours to get quality points, then dividing total quality points by total credit hours. Formula: GPA = Total Quality Points รท Total Credit Hours.
What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA uses the standard 4.0 scale for all classes. A weighted GPA assigns extra points for advanced courses like Honors (+0.5) and AP/IB (+1.0), allowing GPAs above 4.0. Most colleges recalculate GPA on their own scale during admissions.
What is a good GPA in college?
A good GPA depends on your goals: 2.0 is the minimum for good academic standing at most schools, 3.0โ€“3.5 is competitive for most programs and employers, 3.5โ€“3.8 is very good for graduate schools and scholarships, and 3.8โ€“4.0 is excellent for top-tier programs. Consulting firms, investment banks, and tech companies often require a minimum 3.5 GPA.
What is the difference between semester GPA and cumulative GPA?
Semester GPA reflects performance in a single term only. Cumulative GPA includes all completed semesters and is the number colleges use for academic standing, honors, major eligibility, and graduation requirements.
How can I raise my GPA quickly?
Focus on earning A's in high-credit courses since they carry more weight. Retake courses with low grades if your school's grade-replacement policy allows it. Use pass/fail options for electives strategically. Maintain consistent study habits and attend office hours regularly.
Does pass/fail affect GPA?
Pass/fail courses typically don't impact GPA. A passing grade (P) earns credit but carries no grade points. However, a Fail usually counts as 0.0 and will lower your GPA. Policies vary by institution.
What is the 4.0 GPA scale?
The 4.0 GPA scale is the most common grading scale used in U.S. colleges and universities. It converts letter grades to numerical values: A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0. Some schools use a 4.33 scale where A+ equals 4.33. Plus/minus grades add increments (e.g., A-=3.7, B+=3.3).
How much does one F affect your GPA?
The impact of an F depends on how many credits the course is worth and how many total credits you've completed. In general, one F in a 3-credit course can drop a 3.5 GPA by 0.2โ€“0.4 points if you have 30 total credits. The more total credits you have, the less impact a single F will have.