Semester GPA Calculator
Cumulative GPA Calculator
How to Use the GPA Calculator:
Follow these simple steps to calculate your GPA:
Step 1: Choose Your GPA Scale
Our tool makes it easy to calculate your college GPA on both 4.0 and 5.0 scales. Select the grading scale you want to use:
4.0 Scale (Unweighted GPA)
5.0 Scale (Weighted GPA for AP, IB, or Honors courses)
Step 2: Enter Course Details
Fill in the details for each subject:
Course Name
Grade Received (e.g., A, B+, C)
Credit Hours or Course Weight
Step 3: Click “Calculate”
Once all courses are entered, hit the Calculate GPA button. The tool will instantly display your:
Semester GPA
Step 4: Review or Recalculate
Add or remove courses, adjust grades, and instantly recalculate.
You can even save your GPA result for future reference or download a report.
How to Use the Cumulative GPA Calculator:
Follow these easy steps to calculate your updated cumulative GPA:
1. Enter Previous GPA Info
Add your current GPA and the total credit hours you've completed so far. (New students should leave these fields empty.)
2. Add Current Semester Courses
For each class you’re taking:
Enter the credit hours
Select the grade you expect to receive
You can add multiple classes as needed.
3. Click “Calculate My GPA”
Once everything is filled in, click the Calculate button.
Your new cumulative GPA will appear based on both your previous performance and your current semester’s expected grades.
How Do Colleges Calculate GPA for Admissions?
One of the first things admissions officers look at is your GPA (Grade Point Average). It helps them understand how well you've done in high school. But how exactly is your GPA calculated?
Here’s how most colleges do it:
1. Convert Letter Grades to Grade Points
Each letter grade is assigned a numeric value, known as grade points:
| Letter Grade | Grade Points |
|---|---|
| A | 4.0 |
| B | 3.0 |
| C | 2.0 |
| D | 1.0 |
| F | 0.0 |
Note: Some schools also include plus and minus grades (e.g., A– = 3.7, B+ = 3.3).
2. Multiply Grade Points by Credit Hours
For each course, multiply the grade points by the number of credit hours. This gives you the total points earned for that course.
Example:
If you got a B (3.0) in a 4-credit course → 3.0 × 4 = 12.0 points
3. Add Up All Grade Points
Add all the grade points earned across your courses. This gives you your total grade points for the term.
4. Divide by Total Credit Hours
Take the total grade points and divide them by the total credit hours. This gives you your GPA.
EFormula:
GPA = Total Grade Points ÷ Total Credit Hours
Frequently Asked Questions
GPA stands for Grade Point Average. It's a numerical representation of your academic performance, usually on a 4.0 scale, calculated by averaging the grades you earn in your courses.
GPA = (Total Grade Points Earned) ÷ (Total Credit Hours Attempted) Each letter grade corresponds to a point value (e.g., A = 4.0, B = 3.0, etc.). Multiply the point value by the course credit hours to get grade points.
- 3.5–4.0: Excellent
- 3.0–3.49: Good
- 2.5–2.99: Average
- Below 2.5: Needs improvement Some majors, honors programs, and scholarships may require a minimum GPA threshold.
Most use the 4.0 scale, but some may include weighted scales (up to 5.0) or use different grade conversion systems. Always check your college’s grading policy.
Yes, improving grades in future semesters will boost your cumulative GPA. However, the earlier you start improving, the greater the impact.
It depends. Some employers, grad schools, and scholarships do consider GPA, especially for competitive positions or academic fields. Others may focus more on experience and skills.
- Cumulative GPA includes all courses you've taken.
- Major GPA includes only the courses related to your declared major.
Each school sets its own policy, but generally, falling below a 2.0 GPA can place you on academic probation, potentially affecting financial aid or enrollment status.