Calculate your Grade Point Average by entering your courses, grades, and credits.
Course (optional)
Grade
Credits
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GPA (4.0 scale)
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Total Credits
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Quality Points
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Courses
What is GPA?
GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standardized numerical scale used to measure a student's academic achievement. Most institutions in the US use the 4.0 scale, where each letter grade converts to a specific number of grade points, and the GPA is a weighted average based on credit hours.
GPA is used for academic honors, scholarship eligibility, graduate school applications, and employment screening. Maintaining a strong GPA demonstrates consistency and academic discipline over time.
How to Use
1Each row represents one course. Enter an optional course name, your grade, and the number of credit hours.
2Click + Add Course to add more courses.
3Click Calculate GPA to see your result.
Formula
GPA = Σ (Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ Credit Hours
Grade Point Scale (4.0):
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 D- = 0.7
F = 0.0
Example:
Math (A, 3 credits) → 4.0 × 3 = 12.0
English (B+, 4 credits) → 3.3 × 4 = 13.2
History (B-, 3 credits) → 2.7 × 3 = 8.1
Total Quality Points = 33.3
Total Credits = 10
GPA = 33.3 ÷ 10 = 3.33
Frequently Asked Questions
On a 4.0 scale: 3.7–4.0 is typically required for summa cum laude honors; 3.5+ is excellent; 3.0–3.4 is good; 2.0–2.9 is satisfactory. Below 2.0 may trigger academic probation at many schools.
Yes. Plus grades add 0.3 and minus grades subtract 0.3 from the base value. So A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, and B- = 2.7. Not all institutions use plus/minus grades.
GPA is often used for a single semester. CGPA (Cumulative GPA) is calculated over all semesters. To find your CGPA, include all courses from every semester in this calculator.
Yes, but the impact depends on how many credits you've already completed. Early in your academic career, one strong semester can significantly move your GPA. Later, with many credits accumulated, the effect is smaller.
At most institutions, a W (Withdrawal) does not affect your GPA but appears on your transcript. An WF (Withdrawal Failing) may count as an F and does affect GPA. Policies vary by school.