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Calculate GPA, set goals, check scholarships and convert internationally.
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How to Use the GPA Calculator
This calculator works for students in the USA, Canada, India, Australia, and Europe. Go to the Settings tab first to select your country's grading scale.
1. Add Your Courses
Enter the name, select your letter grade, and type the credit hours for each class. Your GPA updates instantly at the top of the screen. Not sure how it works? Press "Load example semester" to see a filled example.
2. Save Semesters
Name your semester (e.g., "Fall 2024") and click "Save to Record". This builds your academic history and calculates your total CGPA.
3. Plan Ahead
Use the Planners tab to find out what GPA you need next semester to hit your target, or what grade you need on your final exam to pass your class.
About This Tool
The GPA Calculator is a free online tool designed to help students calculate their Grade Point Average instantly and accurately. Whether you are trying to make the Dean's List, checking scholarship eligibility, or planning your classes for next semester, this tool handles the complex math for you. Simply enter your courses, assign credit hours and letter grades, and the calculator instantly updates your semester and cumulative GPA.
It also includes features to help you set target GPAs, convert international grading systems (like percentages to a 4.0 scale), and figure out exactly what grades you need next semester to reach your academic goals.
How to Use
- 1Enter the name of your course (optional, just for your own reference).
- 2Enter the number of credit hours for that class.
- 3Select the letter grade you received (or expect to receive) from the dropdown menu.
- 4Click "Add Course" to include your next class and repeat the process.
- 5View your calculated Semester GPA and Cumulative GPA update automatically at the bottom.
- 6Use the "Target GPA" feature to see exactly what grades you need next term to reach your goal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your GPA is calculated by multiplying the number of credit hours for each course by the grade points assigned to your letter grade (for example, an A is usually 4.0 points). The tool adds those totals together and divides by your total credit hours.
Yes. The dropdown menu includes all standard plus and minus grades, which give you slightly more or slightly fewer points than a standard letter grade. Make sure to select the exact grade shown on your transcript for the most accurate calculation.
Absolutely. Use the "Target GPA" or "Goal Setter" feature. You enter your current cumulative GPA, your target goal, and the number of credits you are taking next semester. The tool will tell you the average grade you need to achieve your goal.
If your school uses percentages instead of letter grades, you can use the built-in international grade converter. Simply enter your percentage, and the tool will translate it into the standard 4.0 scale used by most universities.
Yes, this tool is 100% free, requires no signup, and all calculations are done instantly in your browser. Your academic data is never uploaded or saved.
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