Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) based on your course grades and credit hours.
GPA (Grade Point Average) is a standardized way of measuring academic achievement in the U.S. education system. It's calculated by converting letter grades to grade points and then averaging those values based on credit hours.
If you have a 3-credit course with a B (3.0) and a 4-credit course with an A (4.0):
Total Grade Points = (3 × 3.0) + (4 × 4.0) = 9 + 16 = 25
Total Credits = 3 + 4 = 7
GPA = 25 ÷ 7 = 3.57
GPA is used by educational institutions to evaluate student performance, determine eligibility for honors programs, scholarships, and sometimes for graduate school admissions.
| Letter Grade | 4.0 Scale | 4.3 Scale | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| A / A+ | 4.0 | 4.3 | 97-100% |
| A- | 3.7 | 4.0 | 90-96% |
| B+ | 3.3 | 3.7 | 87-89% |
| B | 3.0 | 3.3 | 83-86% |
| B- | 2.7 | 3.0 | 80-82% |
| C+ | 2.3 | 2.7 | 77-79% |
| C | 2.0 | 2.3 | 73-76% |
| C- | 1.7 | 2.0 | 70-72% |
| D+ | 1.3 | 1.7 | 67-69% |
| D | 1.0 | 1.3 | 65-66% |
| F | 0.0 | 0.0 | Below 65% |
Different schools may use slightly different grading scales, so it's always best to check with your specific institution for their exact grading policy.
The GPA is calculated using the formula:
Where:
Σ = Sum of
Grade Points = Numerical value of the grade
Credit Hours = Weight/units of the course
• 3.5 - 4.0: Dean's List / Highest Honors
• 3.0 - 3.49: Good Standing / Honors
• 2.0 - 2.99: Satisfactory Standing
• 1.0 - 1.99: Academic Warning
• Below 1.0: Academic Probation
• Focus on higher credit courses
• Seek help for challenging subjects
• Maintain consistent study habits
• Utilize office hours and tutoring
• Balance course load appropriately