How to Use This GPA Calculator
Our free GPA calculator helps college students quickly calculate their current grade point average and determine what grades they need to achieve their target GPA. Whether you're tracking your semester GPA or cumulative GPA across multiple years, this tool makes it simple.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Enter your course name - This helps you track which classes you're calculating
- Select your letter grade - Choose from A (4.0) to F (0.0) with plus/minus variations
- Add credit hours - Most courses are 3 credits, but labs may be 4 credits
- Add more courses - Click the "+ Add Course" button for each class
- View your GPA instantly - Your GPA updates automatically as you type
Understanding GPA Scales:
- 4.0 GPA Scale: Most common in US colleges (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0)
- Plus/Minus System: A+ and A both equal 4.0, A- equals 3.7, and so on
- Weighted vs Unweighted: This calculator uses standard unweighted GPA
- Cumulative GPA: Average of all courses across all semesters
- Semester GPA: Average for just one semester's courses
GPA Requirements:
- 3.5+ GPA: Dean's List, honors programs, competitive grad schools
- 3.0+ GPA: Most grad school programs, good academic standing
- 2.5-3.0 GPA: Satisfactory progress, some scholarship eligibility
- Below 2.0 GPA: Academic probation at most schools
Why Calculate Your GPA?
Knowing your GPA is essential for college students. You need it for scholarship applications, graduate school admissions, job applications, and tracking your academic progress. This free GPA calculator gives you instant, accurate results without complex formulas or spreadsheets.
Use this tool to:
- Calculate your current semester GPA
- Track your cumulative GPA across multiple semesters
- Plan what grades you need in remaining courses
- See if you qualify for Dean's List or honors
- Prepare GPA information for applications
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