What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?

This calculator determines your GPA weighted by *credit hours*, which is the standard for US colleges. This is different from the 'weighted vs. unweighted' GPA in high school, which refers to giving extra points for AP or Honors classes. College GPAs are almost always weighted by the number of credits for each course.

How do I calculate my cumulative GPA?

To calculate your cumulative GPA, you need your total quality points and total credits from all previous semesters. You can use the 'Cumulative GPA (Optional)' section by entering your current cumulative GPA and the total number of credits you've earned so far. The calculator will combine these with your new semester's results.

What if my school uses a 4.3 scale or doesn't use +/- grades?

Use the 'Grading Scale' dropdown at the top of the calculator. We provide common scales, including a 4.33 scale (where A+ = 4.33) and a 4.0 scale with no plus or minus grades (where A=4, B=3, etc.).

Do Pass/Fail courses affect my GPA?

No. Pass/Fail (P/F) or Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) courses are typically not included in GPA calculations. They contribute to your total earned credits but do not have grade points. You can select 'P' or 'F' in the grade dropdown, and our calculator will correctly exclude them from the GPA calculation.

What is a 'good' GPA?

A 'good' GPA is subjective and depends on your field of study, your school's standards, and your personal goals. Generally, a 3.0 is considered the threshold for 'good' in many universities, a 3.5 is considered 'very good' (often for honors like *cum laude*), and a 3.7 or higher is exceptional (for *magna* or *summa cum laude*).

GPA Calculator - Calculate Your Semester & Cumulative GPA

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\[\text{Semester GPA} = \frac{\sum (\text{Quality Points}_i)}{\sum (\text{Credits}_i)}\]

\text{Semester GPA} = \frac{\sum (\text{Quality Points}_i)}{\sum (\text{Credits}_i)}

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\[\text{Cumulative GPA} = \frac{(\text{Prev. GPA} \times \text{Prev. Credits}) + \text{Semester Points}}{\text{Prev. Credits} + \text{Semester Credits}}\]

\text{Cumulative GPA} = \frac{(\text{Prev. GPA} \times \text{Prev. Credits}) + \text{Semester Points}}{\text{Prev. Credits} + \text{Semester Credits}}

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$ \text{Quality Points} = \text{Grade Point} \times \text{Credits} $

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$ \text{Semester GPA} = \frac{\sum (\text{Quality Points}_i)}{\sum (\text{Credits}_i)} $

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$ \text{Cumulative GPA} = \frac{(\text{Prev. GPA} \times \text{Prev. Credits}) + \text{Semester Points}}{\text{Prev. Credits} + \text{Semester Credits}} $

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