GPA Calculator
Calculate your grade point average on a 4.0 scale with weighted or unweighted courses.
Your GPA
3.67
On a 4.0 scale (weighted courses up to 5.0)
How to use
- Add each course with its letter grade and credit hours.
- Mark courses as weighted if they are AP, IB, or honors (adds 1.0 to grade points, capped at 5.0).
- Add or remove courses as needed.
- See your cumulative GPA update instantly.
Formula
GPA = Σ(grade points × credit hours) ÷ Σ(credit hours).
Weighted courses: grade points = letter grade points + 1.0 (max 5.0).
Example
3 courses: A (3 credits), B+ (3 credits, weighted), A- (4 credits):
GPA = (4.0×3 + 4.3×3 + 3.7×4) ÷ 10 = 3.88.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good GPA?
On a 4.0 scale, 3.5+ is generally considered strong. Requirements vary by college and program.
What is a weighted GPA?
Weighted GPA gives extra points for advanced courses (AP, IB, honors). An A in an AP class may count as 5.0 instead of 4.0.
How many credit hours per course?
Most college courses are 3–4 credits. High school semesters are often 0.5 credits per class per semester.
Does every school use the same scale?
No. Grading scales vary. This calculator uses the standard US 4.0 letter grade scale.
What is a good GPA in college?
A GPA of 3.0+ is generally considered good. 3.5+ is strong for graduate school and competitive programs.
What is weighted GPA?
Weighted GPA adds extra points for honors, AP, or IB courses (often up to 5.0). Unweighted GPA treats all courses equally on a 4.0 scale.