GPA Calculators (US System) - Complete Collection
Welcome to the most comprehensive collection of GPA calculators for the US education system. Whether you're a high school student planning for college, an undergraduate tracking your academic progress, or a graduate student pursuing advanced degrees, our specialized calculators provide accurate GPA calculations tailored to your specific needs.
Basic GPA Calculators
Start with these fundamental calculators designed for standard GPA calculations on the 4.0 scale used throughout the United States.
4.0 Scale GPA Calculator
Standard GPA calculator using the traditional 4.0 scale where A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0.
Calculate Now →High School GPA Calculator
Calculate your high school GPA with options for weighted and unweighted calculations.
Calculate Now →College GPA Calculator
Comprehensive calculator for college-level GPA with credit hour weighting.
Calculate Now →GPA Calculators by Academic Level
Specialized calculators tailored to different educational levels and professional programs, each with specific calculation methods suited to their academic requirements.
Undergraduate GPA Calculator
Calculate your undergraduate GPA across all years of bachelor's degree programs.
Calculate Now →Graduate School GPA Calculator
Track your graduate-level GPA for master's and doctoral programs (typically requires 3.0+ minimum).
Calculate Now →Law School GPA Calculator
Calculate your law school GPA with consideration for competitive admission standards.
Calculate Now →Medical School GPA Calculator
Specialized calculator for pre-med and medical school GPA tracking (typically 3.5+ required).
Calculate Now →MBA GPA Calculator
Calculate your MBA program GPA with business school-specific requirements.
Calculate Now →Engineering GPA Calculator
Track your engineering program GPA with rigorous technical coursework weighting.
Calculate Now →GPA Calculators by Time Period
Calculate your GPA for specific academic terms, allowing you to track performance across different time periods in your academic career.
Semester GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA for a single semester period (most common academic term structure).
Calculate Now →Quarter GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA for quarter-system schools (10-week academic periods).
Calculate Now →Trimester GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA for trimester-based academic calendars (three terms per year).
Calculate Now →Cumulative GPA Calculator
Calculate your overall GPA across all terms and academic years combined.
Calculate Now →Weighted vs Unweighted GPA Calculators
Understanding the difference between weighted and unweighted GPAs is crucial for college applications, as weighted GPAs account for course difficulty while unweighted GPAs treat all courses equally.
Key Difference: Unweighted GPA uses a 4.0 scale for all courses, while weighted GPA uses a 5.0 scale that gives bonus points for AP, IB, and Honors classes.
Weighted GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA with extra points for AP, IB, and Honors courses (up to 5.0 scale).
Calculate Now →Unweighted GPA Calculator
Standard 4.0 scale GPA treating all courses equally regardless of difficulty.
Calculate Now →5.0 GPA Calculator (Weighted)
Calculate weighted GPA on the expanded 5.0 scale for advanced coursework.
Calculate Now →Credit & Hours Based Calculators
These calculators factor in credit hours, earned hours, and attempted hours to provide accurate GPA calculations based on course weights.
College Credit GPA Calculator
Track GPA based on college credit hours and grades earned.
Calculate Now →Unit-Based GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA using course units or credits as weighting factors.
Calculate Now →Course Credit GPA Calculator
Comprehensive calculator for credit-weighted GPA calculations.
Calculate Now →Earned Hours GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA based only on successfully completed credit hours.
Calculate Now →Attempted Hours GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA including all attempted courses, even failed or withdrawn classes.
Calculate Now →Advanced Course GPA Calculators
Specialized calculators for students taking advanced placement, international baccalaureate, and honors courses that may receive additional GPA weighting.
AP GPA Calculator
Calculate weighted GPA with AP course bonuses (typically +0.5 to +1.0 points).
Calculate Now →IB GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA with IB course weighting for diploma and certificate students.
Calculate Now →Honors GPA Calculator
Calculate weighted GPA for honors-level coursework with appropriate bonuses.
Calculate Now →GPA Planning & Prediction Tools
Strategic calculators to help you plan future academic performance, set goals, and predict outcomes based on current standing.
Target GPA Calculator
Determine what grades you need to achieve your target GPA goal.
Calculate Now →Required GPA Calculator
Calculate the minimum grades needed to meet specific GPA requirements.
Calculate Now →What-If GPA Calculator
Explore hypothetical scenarios to see how future grades affect your GPA.
Calculate Now →GPA Predictor Calculator
Predict future GPA based on current performance and planned coursework.
Calculate Now →GPA Booster Calculator
Calculate strategies to improve and boost your current GPA effectively.
Calculate Now →Special Purpose GPA Calculators
Calculators designed for specific academic situations and unique circumstances in your educational journey.
Current GPA Calculator
Calculate your current GPA based on completed coursework to date.
Calculate Now →Final GPA Calculator
Calculate projected final GPA including all remaining coursework.
Calculate Now →Dual Enrollment GPA Calculator
Calculate GPA for students taking both high school and college courses simultaneously.
Calculate Now →Transfer GPA Calculator
Calculate transfer GPA when moving between institutions or combining transcripts.
Calculate Now →GPA Conversion Tools
Convert between different grading systems, international standards, and percentage-based grades to the US 4.0 GPA scale.
Grade Points Calculator
Calculate grade points and convert between different grading systems.
Calculate Now →International GPA Calculator
Convert international grading systems to US 4.0 GPA scale.
Calculate Now →Understanding the US GPA System
The United States uses a standardized 4.0 scale for Grade Point Average (GPA) calculations, which serves as the primary metric for measuring academic performance across high schools, colleges, and universities.
Standard 4.0 Scale Grade Conversion
| Letter Grade | Percentage Range | GPA Points (4.0 Scale) | Quality Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ | 97-100% | 4.0 | Excellent |
| A | 93-96% | 4.0 | Excellent |
| A- | 90-92% | 3.7 | Very Good |
| B+ | 87-89% | 3.3 | Good |
| B | 83-86% | 3.0 | Good |
| B- | 80-82% | 2.7 | Above Average |
| C+ | 77-79% | 2.3 | Average |
| C | 73-76% | 2.0 | Average |
| C- | 70-72% | 1.7 | Below Average |
| D+ | 67-69% | 1.3 | Poor |
| D | 65-66% | 1.0 | Poor |
| F | Below 65% | 0.0 | Failing |
Weighted vs Unweighted Comparison
| Feature | Unweighted GPA | Weighted GPA |
|---|---|---|
| Scale | 0.0 - 4.0 | 0.0 - 5.0 (or higher) |
| Course Difficulty | Not considered | Considered (+0.5 to +1.0) |
| Regular Course A | 4.0 points | 4.0 points |
| Honors Course A | 4.0 points | 4.5 points |
| AP/IB Course A | 4.0 points | 5.0 points |
| Best For | Fair comparison across students | Recognizing academic rigor |
GPA Requirements by Institution Type
| Institution Type | Minimum GPA | Competitive GPA | Top-Tier GPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Colleges | 2.0 | 2.5-3.0 | 3.5+ |
| Public Universities | 2.0-2.5 | 3.0-3.5 | 3.7+ |
| Private Universities | 2.5-3.0 | 3.3-3.7 | 3.8+ |
| Top 20 Colleges | 3.5 | 3.7-3.9 | 4.0 |
| Graduate Programs | 3.0 | 3.3-3.5 | 3.7+ |
| Medical School | 3.0 | 3.5-3.7 | 3.8+ |
| Law School | 3.0 | 3.5-3.7 | 3.8+ |
| MBA Programs | 2.5-3.0 | 3.3-3.5 | 3.7+ |
GPA Calculation Methodology
Standard GPA Calculation Formula
The Grade Point Average is calculated using a weighted average based on credit hours. The fundamental formula applies universally across the US education system.
Basic GPA Formula:
Step-by-Step Calculation Process
Step 1: Convert Letter Grades to Points
Transform each letter grade to its numerical equivalent on the 4.0 scale (e.g., A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0).
Step 2: Multiply by Credit Hours
For each course, multiply the grade points by the number of credit hours. This calculation is expressed as: \( \text{Quality Points} = \text{Grade Points} \times \text{Credit Hours} \)
Step 3: Sum All Quality Points
Add together all quality points from all courses: \( \sum_{i=1}^{n} (\text{Grade Points}_i \times \text{Credit Hours}_i) \)
Step 4: Sum All Credit Hours
Add together the credit hours for all courses: \( \sum_{i=1}^{n} \text{Credit Hours}_i \)
Step 5: Divide to Calculate GPA
Divide total quality points by total credit hours to obtain your GPA.
Mathematical Expression:
Where \( G_i \) = Grade points for course i, and \( C_i \) = Credit hours for course i
Weighted GPA Calculation
Weighted GPA adds bonus points for advanced courses, recognizing the increased academic rigor of AP, IB, and Honors classes.
Weighted GPA Formula:
Bonus = +0.5 for Honors, +1.0 for AP/IB
Example Weighted Calculation
Sample Transcript:
- AP Calculus (4 credits): A (4.0 + 1.0 = 5.0) → 5.0 × 4 = 20.0 points
- Honors English (3 credits): B (3.0 + 0.5 = 3.5) → 3.5 × 3 = 10.5 points
- Regular History (3 credits): A (4.0) → 4.0 × 3 = 12.0 points
- Regular Science (4 credits): B (3.0) → 3.0 × 4 = 12.0 points
Calculation: (20.0 + 10.5 + 12.0 + 12.0) / (4 + 3 + 3 + 4) = 54.5 / 14 = 3.89 weighted GPA
Cumulative GPA Calculation
Cumulative GPA combines all academic terms into a single overall GPA, accounting for all courses taken throughout your academic career.
Cumulative GPA Formula:
Alternative Expression:
\( \text{Cumulative GPA} = \frac{(\text{Previous GPA} \times \text{Previous Credits}) + (\text{New GPA} \times \text{New Credits})}{\text{Previous Credits} + \text{New Credits}} \)