Calculateur de GPA

Calculez votre moyenne pondérée (GPA) avec des cours pondérés utilisant l'échelle standard 4,0

Course Information

Previous GPA (Optional)

Quick Examples

Add Your Courses

Add your courses with grades and credit hours to calculate your Grade Point Average.

How to Use the GPA Calculator

Calculate your GPA in four simple steps

1

Add Courses

Click "Add Course" to add each course you want to include in the calculation.

2

Enter Grades

Select the letter grade you received for each course from the dropdown menu.

3

Enter Credits

Input the number of credit hours for each course. Typically 3-4 credits per course.

4

Calculate

Click "Calculate GPA" to see your semester GPA, quality points, and detailed breakdown.

About GPA Calculation

What is GPA?

Grade Point Average (GPA) is a standardized way of measuring academic achievement in the U.S. and many other countries. It is calculated by dividing the total quality points earned by the total credit hours attempted. The standard GPA scale ranges from 0.0 to 4.0, where 4.0 represents an A grade.

Weighted GPA

Weighted GPA accounts for the number of credit hours each course is worth. A 4-credit course with an A contributes more quality points (16.0) than a 3-credit course with an A (12.0). This ensures that more intensive courses have a proportionate impact on your overall GPA.

The 4.0 Scale

The standard 4.0 GPA scale maps letter grades to numerical values: A/A+ = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B- = 2.7, C+ = 2.3, C = 2.0, C- = 1.7, D+ = 1.3, D = 1.0, D- = 0.7, F = 0.0. Some institutions use variations with A+ = 4.3 or different rounding policies.

Cumulative GPA

Cumulative GPA includes all courses taken throughout your academic career. It is calculated by dividing all quality points ever earned by all credit hours ever attempted. Enter your previous GPA and credits to see your updated cumulative GPA alongside your current semester GPA.

Why GPA Matters

GPA is used by universities for admissions decisions, scholarship eligibility, academic standing evaluation, and graduation honours. Many employers also consider GPA during hiring, especially for entry-level positions. Maintaining a strong GPA opens doors to graduate programs and competitive career opportunities.

GPA Calculator FAQ

What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?

An unweighted GPA uses a standard 4.0 scale where all courses are treated equally regardless of difficulty. A weighted GPA gives extra points for honours, AP, or IB courses — for example, an A in an AP course might count as 5.0 instead of 4.0. Our calculator uses the standard unweighted 4.0 scale but accounts for credit hours, so courses with more credits have a proportionate impact.

How do I calculate my cumulative GPA?

To calculate your cumulative GPA, enter your previous cumulative GPA and total credits earned in the "Previous GPA" section. The calculator will combine your previous academic record with your current semester courses to produce an updated cumulative GPA. The formula is: (Previous Quality Points + Semester Quality Points) ÷ (Previous Credits + Semester Credits).

What GPA do I need for the Dean's List?

Dean's List requirements vary by institution, but typically require a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Some universities set the threshold at 3.7 or 3.8. Check your institution's specific requirements, as the credit hour minimum (usually 12+ credits) also applies.

How do quality points work?

Quality points (also called grade points or honor points) are calculated by multiplying the grade point value by the number of credit hours. For example, if you earn a B (3.0) in a 4-credit course, you earn 12.0 quality points (3.0 × 4 = 12.0). Your GPA is the sum of all quality points divided by the sum of all credit hours attempted.

Can I use this calculator for high school GPA?

Yes, this calculator works for both high school and college GPA calculations. For high school, most courses are typically worth the same number of credits. Simply enter all your courses with their grades and equal credit values. If your high school uses a weighted scale for honours or AP courses, adjust the grade point values accordingly.

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