GPA Calculator

GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated by multiplying each course grade point value by its credit hours to get quality points, summing all quality points, then dividing by total credit hours. For example, an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course gives 12.0 quality points. If you also have a B (3.0) in a 4-credit course (12.0 quality points), your GPA is (12.0 + 12.0) / (3 + 4) = 3.43.

Semester GPA only considers the courses you took in a single term. Cumulative GPA takes into account all courses across all semesters. To calculate cumulative GPA, combine your prior total quality points with the current semester quality points and divide by your combined total credit hours.

Requirements vary by institution, but common thresholds are: Dean's List typically requires a 3.5 or higher semester GPA, Cum Laude is usually 3.5+, Magna Cum Laude is 3.7+, and Summa Cum Laude is 3.9+. Check your school's specific requirements as they may differ.

Yes, this calculator uses the standard US 4.0 grading scale: 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, and F = 0.0. Some schools use additional grades like A+ (4.0 or 4.3) - check your institution's specific scale.

Enter your current semester courses in the main section, then scroll to the "Cumulative GPA" fields. Input your prior cumulative GPA and total prior credit hours. The calculator will combine your previous academic record with the current semester to give you an updated cumulative GPA.