GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) for single semester or cumulative across multiple terms. Support for weighted courses, 4.0 and 5.0 scales, and detailed academic analysis.
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Single Semester GPA
Calculate your GPA for one semester or term. Add all your courses with grades and credit hours.
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How It Works
How GPA Calculation Works
GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated by dividing total quality points by total credit hours attempted. Our calculator supports both single semester and cumulative GPA calculations.
Grade Point Values (4.0 Scale)
Calculation Formulas
Quality Points = Grade Points Ă— Credit Hours
Example: A (4.0) in 3-credit course = 12 quality points
GPA = Total Quality Points Ă· Total Credit Hours
Example: 36 quality points Ă· 12 credits = 3.0 GPA
Weighted GPA adds +1.0 for AP/Honors courses
Example: A in AP course = 5.0 instead of 4.0
Examples
GPA Calculation Examples
High School Example
English (A, 3 credits): 4.0 Ă— 3 = 12 points
Math (B+, 4 credits): 3.3 Ă— 4 = 13.2 points
Science (A-, 3 credits): 3.7 Ă— 3 = 11.1 points
History (B, 3 credits): 3.0 Ă— 3 = 9 points
Total: 45.3 points Ă· 13 credits
GPA: 3.48
College Example
Calculus I (A, 4 credits): 4.0 Ă— 4 = 16 points
Chemistry (B+, 3 credits): 3.3 Ă— 3 = 9.9 points
English Comp (A-, 3 credits): 3.7 Ă— 3 = 11.1 points
Psychology (B, 3 credits): 3.0 Ă— 3 = 9 points
Total: 46 points Ă· 13 credits
GPA: 3.54
Weighted GPA Example
AP Math (A, 4 credits): 5.0 Ă— 4 = 20 points
Honors English (A-, 3 credits): 4.7 Ă— 3 = 14.1 points
Regular Science (B+, 3 credits): 3.3 Ă— 3 = 9.9 points
Regular History (B, 3 credits): 3.0 Ă— 3 = 9 points
Total: 53 points Ă· 13 credits
Weighted GPA: 4.08
GPA Improvement Tips
• Take more credit hours in subjects you excel at
• Consider retaking courses with low grades
• Enroll in weighted/honors courses when possible
• Focus on courses with higher credit values
• Maintain consistent study habits
• Seek help early when struggling
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GPA Systems & Academic Standards
4.0 vs 5.0 Scale Comparison
| Grade | 4.0 Scale | 5.0 Scale |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| A- | 3.7 | 4.7 |
| B+ | 3.3 | 4.3 |
| B | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| C | 2.0 | 3.0 |
Academic Honors & Recognition
Summa Cum Laude: 3.9+ GPA
Magna Cum Laude: 3.7+ GPA
Cum Laude: 3.5+ GPA
Dean's List: 3.5+ GPA (semester)
Honor Roll: 3.5+ GPA
Good Standing: 2.0+ GPA
GPA Ranges & Interpretations
College Admission Standards
Ivy League: 3.9+ GPA typically required
Top Universities: 3.7+ GPA competitive
State Universities: 3.0+ GPA often required
Community College: 2.0+ GPA for transfer
Scholarships: 3.5+ GPA for most merit aid
Important Notes
• Different schools may use different grading scales and GPA calculations
• Some schools don't include + and - grades in GPA calculations
• Weighted GPAs can exceed 4.0 when AP/Honors courses are included
• Graduate schools often recalculate GPAs using their own methods
• Class rank may be more important than absolute GPA for admissions
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