GPA Calculator
Calculate your semester GPA or cumulative GPA instantly. Enter your courses, letter grades and credit hours for a full breakdown including your GPA standing — free, no sign-up needed.
| Course | Grade | Credits | Points |
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How Is GPA Calculated?
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course's grade points by its credit hours, adding the totals together, then dividing by the total number of credit hours. This ensures courses worth more credits have a greater impact on your overall GPA.
= (12.0 + 9.9 + 14.8) ÷ 10 = GPA 3.67 — Excellent
The 4.0 GPA Scale
Most US universities use the standard 4.0 GPA scale. Here's how letter grades convert to grade points:
| Letter Grade | Grade Points | Standing |
|---|---|---|
| A+ / A | 4.0 | Exceptional |
| A− | 3.7 | Excellent |
| B+ | 3.3 | Very Good |
| B | 3.0 | Good |
| B− | 2.7 | Above Average |
| C+ | 2.3 | Average |
| C | 2.0 | Satisfactory |
| C− | 1.7 | Below Average |
| D | 1.0 | Poor |
| F | 0.0 | Failing |
What Is a Good GPA?
| GPA Range | Standing | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 3.7 – 4.0 | Exceptional | Dean's List, competitive for top graduate programmes |
| 3.3 – 3.69 | Excellent | Strong academic standing, good for most graduate programmes |
| 2.7 – 3.29 | Good | Above average, meets most graduate programme requirements |
| 2.0 – 2.69 | Satisfactory | Meets minimum graduation requirements at most institutions |
| Below 2.0 | Poor | Risk of academic probation at most universities |
Semester GPA vs Cumulative GPA
Your semester GPA only counts the courses you took in a single term. Your cumulative GPA is your overall average across all semesters — the figure that appears on your transcript and is used for graduate school applications and honours calculations.
- One strong semester has more impact on your cumulative GPA early in your degree when you have fewer total credits
- Use the Cumulative GPA mode in the calculator — enter your previous GPA and total credits to see exactly what your new cumulative GPA will be
- Most scholarships and graduate programmes look at cumulative GPA not individual semester performance
FAQs
What is a GPA?
GPA stands for Grade Point Average. It measures your academic performance by converting letter grades to numerical points and calculating a weighted average based on course credits.
What is the difference between semester GPA and cumulative GPA?
Semester GPA only counts the courses from one semester. Cumulative GPA is your overall average across all semesters. Use the Cumulative GPA mode and enter your previous GPA and credits to calculate your overall standing.
How many credits does each course have?
Credit hours vary by course — most standard university courses are 3 credits. Lab courses are often 4 credits. Check your course enrolment information for exact credit values.
What GPA do I need for graduate school?
Most graduate programmes require a minimum GPA of 3.0. Competitive programmes at top universities often expect 3.5 or higher. Some PhD programmes look for 3.7 or above.
Can I raise my GPA in one semester?
Yes — especially if you’re in early semesters. The fewer total credits you have the more impact one strong semester has. Use the Cumulative GPA mode to see exactly what GPA this semester would give you.
Is this calculator free?
Yes completely free with no sign-up needed.