How is GPA calculated?

Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum them all, then divide by total credit hours. This gives your weighted GPA on a 4.0 scale.

What GPA do I need for Dean's List?

Most schools require 3.5-3.7+ GPA for Dean's List. Check your school's specific requirements.

Does A+ count higher than A?

On the standard 4.0 scale, both A+ and A are 4.0. Some schools give A+ a 4.3 — check your institution's policy.

GPA Calculator

Calculate your cumulative GPA from multiple courses. Enter each course name, letter grade, and credit hours. Supports 4.0 scale with plus/minus grades. Free and private.

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How GPA Is Calculated

Grade Point Average (GPA) is a weighted average that accounts for both your letter grade and the credit hours of each course. A 4-credit A contributes more to your GPA than a 2-credit A. To calculate it, multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum all the products, then divide by the total credit hours. This calculator uses the standard 4.0 scale adopted by most US colleges and universities.

GPA Formula

GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) / Σ(Credit Hours)

Scale: A+=4.0, 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, D-=0.7, F=0.0

Weighted vs Unweighted GPA

An unweighted GPA uses the standard 4.0 scale for all courses. A weighted GPA adds extra points for honors, AP, or IB courses, often on a 5.0 scale. Colleges typically recalculate your GPA using their own scale, so focus on challenging coursework rather than gaming the number. Most scholarship applications specify which GPA type they require.

Why GPA Matters

GPA determines eligibility for Dean's List (usually 3.5-3.7+), Latin honors at graduation, graduate school admission, and many scholarships. Employers in competitive fields may use GPA as a screening filter for entry-level roles. A GPA below 2.0 at most institutions triggers academic probation. If your GPA is lower than your target, focus on higher-credit courses where improvement has the greatest impact on your cumulative average.

Tips for Getting Accurate Results

For the most accurate results, use up-to-date numbers from official sources. Double-check your inputs before calculating — small errors in the starting values can lead to significantly different outputs. If you are comparing scenarios, keep all variables the same except the one you are testing. Save or screenshot your results for future reference. This calculator uses standard formulas and is designed to give you a reliable quick estimate, though professional advice may be needed for complex situations.