Online GPA Calculator

Select a grading system, enter your courses, then click Calculate.

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What is GPA and How Is It Calculated?

GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a standardized numerical representation of a student's academic performance over a period of time. It is used by universities and employers worldwide to assess academic achievement. The most common scale in the United States is the 4.0 GPA scale, where A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, and F = 0.

The GPA is calculated by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credit hours attempted. Our calculator automates this process โ€” simply enter each course, its grade, and the number of credit hours.

Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA

An unweighted GPA uses the standard 4.0 scale regardless of course difficulty. A weighted GPA accounts for the difficulty of courses by assigning higher point values (up to 5.0) for honors, Advanced Placement (AP), or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes.

Cumulative GPA vs. Semester GPA

Your semester GPA reflects performance in a single term, while cumulative GPA averages all semesters combined. Our tool supports both โ€” simply enter the courses for the period you want to calculate.

International Grading Systems Supported

Different countries and universities use different grading scales. Below are the major systems our calculator supports:

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United States

4.0 scale standard. Weighted 5.0 scale for AP/honors. Letters Aโ€“F.

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United Kingdom

First, 2:1, 2:2, Third honours classification system. 70%+ = First.

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Australia

7-point scale: HD (7), D (6), C (5), P (4), F (0โ€“2).

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India (CGPA)

10-point CGPA scale. O/A+ = 10, A = 9, B+ = 8, B = 7, C = 6.

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Germany

1โ€“5 scale (inverted: 1 = best). 1.0 is Sehr gut, 5.0 is Nicht bestanden.

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Canada

4.0 or 4.3 scale (varies by institution). Letter grades A+โ€“F.

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Europe (ECTS)

Aโ€“F letter system: A (10%), B (25%), C (30%), D (25%), E (10%), F (fail).

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Use 4.0 as universal baseline; convert via percentage using our sidebar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good GPA? โ–ผ
In the US, a GPA of 3.0 (B average) is generally considered good, while 3.5+ is considered excellent. For competitive universities and scholarships, a 3.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale is often expected. Standards vary by institution and country.
How do I convert a percentage to GPA? โ–ผ
To convert percentage to a 4.0 GPA: divide your percentage by 100, multiply by 4. For example, 85% รท 100 ร— 4 = 3.4 GPA. Our sidebar automatically shows this conversion after you calculate.
Can I calculate a cumulative GPA? โ–ผ
Yes! Enter all courses from all semesters with their respective credit hours and grades. The calculator will automatically compute your cumulative weighted GPA.
What is the difference between CGPA and GPA? โ–ผ
GPA typically refers to a single semester's performance, while CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) represents the average across all completed semesters of a program. This calculator supports both when you enter the appropriate courses.
How does the German grading system work? โ–ผ
Germany uses an inverted 1โ€“5 scale where 1.0 is the highest (Sehr gut / Very Good) and 4.0 is the minimum passing grade. A 5.0 is failing. This is the opposite of most other systems, so our calculator handles the inversion automatically.
Is this GPA calculator accurate? โ–ผ
Yes. Our calculator uses the standard weighted GPA formula: GPA = ฮฃ(Grade Points ร— Credit Hours) รท ฮฃ(Credit Hours). This is the formula used by virtually all accredited institutions worldwide.