Education & Math
GPA Calculator
This GPA calculator computes weighted grade point average from multiple courses using grade points and credit hours.
Quick answer
GPA is weighted by credit hours, not a plain average.
What this tells you
- •GPA is weighted by credit hours, not a plain average.
- •Quality points are grade points multiplied by credits.
- •Final GPA is total quality points divided by total credits.
- •This estimate assumes your school uses a compatible 0.0 to 4.0 grade-point scale.
How to Use
- 1Enter each course grade point value (0.0 to 4.0).
- 2Enter corresponding credit hours for each course.
- 3Add rows as needed and calculate.
How It Works
Formula
GPA = Sum(grade points x credits) / Sum(credits)This is the standard weighted GPA method used by most institutions.
Calculation note: values are processed in the order shown above, using the current input units.
Worked Examples
Three-course weighted GPA
Course grades4.0, 3.0, 3.7
Credits3, 4, 3
Result3.51 GPA
Common mistakes
- Averaging grade points without credit weights
- Using letter grades directly instead of grade points
- Entering zero credits for a course
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Credits are used as weights for each course.
Yes. Decimal credit values are supported.
No. Convert letters to grade points first based on your school's scale.