GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) with support for 4.0 and 5.0 scales, weighted and unweighted calculations. Track academic performance and plan your educational goals.
About GPA Calculation
Grade Point Average (GPA) is a standardized way of measuring academic achievement across different courses and grading scales. It helps students, institutions, and employers evaluate academic performance consistently.
GPA Scales
Most institutions use either a 4.0 or 5.0 scale. The 4.0 scale is more common in the United States, while some institutions use a 5.0 scale for advanced or honors courses.
- 4.0 Scale: Standard scale where A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0
- 5.0 Scale: Extended scale where A = 5.0, B = 4.0, C = 3.0, D = 2.0, F = 0.0
How GPA is Calculated
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course's grade points by its credit hours, summing all results, and dividing by the total number of credit hours.
GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ(Credit Hours)
Weighted vs Unweighted GPA
Weighted GPA considers course difficulty by giving extra points for honors, AP, or IB courses. Unweighted GPA treats all courses equally regardless of difficulty.
Weighted GPA = Σ((Grade Points + Bonus) × Credit Hours) ÷ Σ(Credit Hours)
Grade Point Values
Each letter grade corresponds to a specific grade point value. Plus and minus grades have intermediate values.
- 4.0 Scale: A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B- = 2.7, C+ = 2.3, C = 2.0, C- = 1.7, D+ = 1.3, D = 1.0, F = 0.0
- 5.0 Scale: A = 5.0, A- = 4.7, B+ = 4.3, B = 4.0, B- = 3.7, C+ = 3.3, C = 3.0, C- = 2.7, D+ = 2.3, D = 2.0, F = 0.0
Why GPA Matters
GPA is crucial for academic standing, scholarship eligibility, graduate school applications, and career opportunities. Many employers also consider GPA when evaluating recent graduates.
Improving Your GPA
Focus on current and future courses, seek academic support, maintain consistent study habits, and consider retaking courses if allowed by your institution.