College GPA Calculator
Calculate semester and cumulative Grade Point Average on 4.0 and 5.0 scales with weighted credits.
Estimated Grade Point Average (GPA)
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How to Calculate Your College GPA (4.0 Scale)
- Add your courses with their letter grades (A, B+, etc.) and credit hours.
- The tool translates letter grades to standardized grade points (A = 4.0, B = 3.0, etc.).
- View your semester GPA and cumulative GPA automatically.
Weighted GPA Formula
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GPA = Σ (Grade Points × Credit Hours) / Total Credit Hours
Example
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Math (4 credits, A=4.0): 16 points.
English (3 credits, B=3.0): 9 points.GPA = (16 + 9) / 7 = 3.57.
Common Applications
- University semester and cumulative GPA tracking.
- Scholarship and Dean’s List honor qualification checks.
- Graduate school admission prerequisite planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard 4.0 GPA scale?
A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B- = 2.7, C+ = 2.3, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0.
How do credit hours affect GPA?
Courses with higher credit hours carry greater mathematical weight in your overall GPA calculation.