How GPA is calculated
Each letter grade is converted to grade points on the 4.0 scale and weighted by the course's credit hours. Your GPA is the total grade points divided by the total credits.
| Grade | Points | Grade | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ / A | 4.0 | C+ | 2.3 |
| A− | 3.7 | C | 2.0 |
| B+ | 3.3 | C− | 1.7 |
| B | 3.0 | D+ / D / D− | 1.3 / 1.0 / 0.7 |
| B− | 2.7 | F | 0.0 |
Example: an A in a 3-credit course, a B+ in a 4-credit course and an A− in a 3-credit course gives (12 + 13.2 + 11.1) ÷ 10 = 3.63.
Cumulative GPA
To include earlier semesters, open Include previous semesters and enter your current GPA and the credits it's based on. The calculator combines both, weighting each by its credits.
Schools differ in the details. Some count an A+ as 4.3, some use weighted scales for honors or AP classes, and pass/fail courses usually don't count. Check your school's policy for official figures.
Next steps
To see where you stand in a single class first, use the weighted grade calculator, and the final grade calculator to find what you need on the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Do pass/fail classes count toward GPA?
Usually not. Leave the grade blank for any course that shouldn't count, and it will be ignored.
How do I raise my GPA?
Courses with more credits have more weight. Try entering expected grades for next semester along with your current GPA and credits to see what you need.
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