Academic calculator
GPA Calculator
Calculate semester GPA, grade points, attempted credits, and an updated cumulative GPA using your current classes and grades.
Semester GPA
Cumulative GPA
4.0 scales
Calculator
Enter your classes and grades
Use the course list below to estimate semester GPA and optionally project your updated cumulative GPA.
Inputs
Choose a grade scale, enter your current academic totals, and add classes below.
Results
Strong
GPA summary
Quick read
This semester projects as a strong GPA term based on your current grades and course credits.
Highest Grade Value
A
Lowest Grade Value
B-
Check values
Enter valid course credits and grades to calculate GPA.
How GPA is calculated
Credits multiply the impact of each course
GPA is typically based on grade points. Each course grade is assigned a value, multiplied by course credits, then divided by total attempted credits.
Grade Points
Grade Value × Course Credits
Semester GPA
Total Grade Points ÷ Attempted Credits
Cumulative GPA
(Previous Points + New Points) ÷ Total Credits
When to use it
Helpful for school planning and grade tracking
Estimate your semester GPA
See how current course grades and credits affect your projected GPA for the term.
See how one grade changes the outcome
Adjust individual course grades to understand where improvement matters most.
Estimate a new cumulative GPA
Combine your previous GPA and credits with this semester to project an updated cumulative average.
GPA FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common GPA calculator questions.
How do you calculate GPA?
Multiply each course grade value by the course credits, add the grade points together, and divide by your total attempted credits.
Can this calculator estimate cumulative GPA too?
Yes. Enter your previous cumulative GPA and previous completed credits, then add your current classes to project an updated cumulative GPA.
Does every school use the same GPA scale?
No. This tool uses common 4.0 grading scales, but schools may differ slightly in how they assign grade values.
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