How do I calculate my cumulative GPA?

To calculate your cumulative GPA, you would need to list all the courses you have taken across all semesters. Enter each course's credit hours and the final grade you received into the calculator. The tool will then provide your overall or cumulative GPA based on all the data entered.

What if my school uses a different grading scale (e.g., a 5-point scale or percentage)?

This calculator is specifically designed for a standard 4.0 grading scale. If your institution uses a different system, you would first need to convert each of your grades to the equivalent 4.0 scale before using this tool. Always check your school's official conversion chart for accuracy.

Does the 'Course Name' field affect the calculation?

No, the 'Course Name' field is completely optional and is provided for your convenience only. It helps you keep track of which course you are entering, but it does not affect the final GPA calculation in any way.

GPA Calculator

Easily calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) for a semester or term.

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About the GPA Calculator

Understand your academic performance with this essential tool.

What is GPA?

GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a standardized method of measuring academic achievement in many educational institutions, particularly in the United States. It's a numerical representation of your average grade across all your courses. A GPA is calculated by taking the total number of grade points a student has earned and dividing it by the total number of credit hours they have taken. This provides a single, easy-to-understand metric of a student's overall performance, which is often used for scholarships, honors, and admission to higher education programs.

How to Use This Calculator

This calculator is designed to be simple and quick. For each course you've taken in a semester, you need to provide two pieces of information. First, enter the number of 'Credits' (or credit hours) the course is worth. Second, select the letter 'Grade' you received for that course from the dropdown menu. If you've taken more than one course, simply click the "Add Course" button to create more rows. Once you have entered all your courses for the term, click "Calculate GPA", and the tool will instantly display your GPA for that semester.

How GPA is Calculated

This calculator uses a standard 4.0 grading scale, which is common in many universities. The calculation follows a clear formula:

GPA = (Sum of [Credit Hours × Grade Points]) / Total Credit Hours

Each letter grade is assigned a specific point value (e.g., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0). The calculator first multiplies the grade points for each course by the number of credits for that course. It then sums up these values for all the courses you've entered and divides this total by the total number of credits you've taken. This gives you your weighted Grade Point Average.

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Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for estimation purposes only. The grading scale (e.g., A=4.0, A-=3.7) and GPA calculation methods can vary significantly between different schools, colleges, and countries. For official academic records or applications, you should always refer to your institution's official transcript and GPA calculation guidelines.