How is GPA calculated?

GPA = Total Grade Points / Total Credits. An A (4.0) in a 3-credit class = 12 grade points. Add all and divide by total credits.

What's the difference between semester and cumulative?

Semester GPA is for one term. Cumulative includes all semesters combined, weighted by credits.

Does my school use 4.0 or 5.0 scale?

Most use 4.0 (A=4, B=3, C=2). Some high schools use 5.0 for weighted/AP classes. Check with your registrar.

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GPA Calculator

Calculate semester and cumulative GPA

Semester GPA

Cumulative GPA

Current Semester

Course Name

Credits

Grade

Previous GPA (Optional)

Enter your previous cumulative GPA to calculate your new overall GPA.

Cumulative GPA

Total Credits

Grade Scale

A+4.0

A4.0

A-3.7

B+3.3

B3.0

B-2.7

C+2.3

C2.0

C-1.7

D+1.3

D1.0

D-0.7

F0.0

About GPA Calculator

What is GPA Calculator?

Calculate your semester GPA from current classes or cumulative GPA across multiple semesters. Enter letter grades and credit hours for accurate results.

Features & Benefits

Semester GPA calculation
Cumulative GPA
Credit hour weighting
4.0 and 5.0 scales
Plus/minus grades
What-if scenarios

Frequently Asked Questions

How is GPA calculated?: GPA = Total Grade Points / Total Credits. An A (4.0) in a 3-credit class = 12 grade points. Add all and divide by total credits.
What's the difference between semester and cumulative?: Semester GPA is for one term. Cumulative includes all semesters combined, weighted by credits.
Does my school use 4.0 or 5.0 scale?: Most use 4.0 (A=4, B=3, C=2). Some high schools use 5.0 for weighted/AP classes. Check with your registrar.

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