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Free GPA Calculator
for Students

Calculate semester GPA or cumulative GPA in seconds. Enter grades and credit hours, test a few scenarios, and understand what the number means.

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grade points x credits

How to calculate GPA

GPA is a credit-weighted average. Each letter grade is converted into grade points, multiplied by the course credit hours, and divided by the total credits attempted.

Formula: GPA = total quality points / total credit hours.

  • A 3-credit A is 4.0 x 3 = 12 quality points.
  • A 4-credit B+ is 3.3 x 4 = 13.2 quality points.
  • Together, 25.2 quality points across 7 credits equals a 3.60 GPA.

Semester GPA vs cumulative GPA

Semester GPA covers one term. Cumulative GPA includes all completed coursework at the institution and is usually the number used for graduation checks, scholarships, graduate applications, and academic standing.

The cumulative number becomes harder to move as you complete more credits. That is why the cumulative calculator above asks for both your existing GPA and completed credits before estimating the new result.

Student GPA guides

GradePoint includes plain-English guides for common student decisions. For international applications, use the CGPA to GPA calculator, the WES CGPA guide, or the CGPA to percentage calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

A 3.0 GPA is commonly treated as good academic standing. A 3.5 or higher is strong for many internships, scholarships, and graduate programs. Very selective programs often expect a higher GPA plus strong coursework, recommendations, essays, or experience.
Usually a W does not enter the GPA formula, but it can still appear on the transcript and may affect financial aid or full-time status. Check your registrar policy before withdrawing.
Yes, for an unweighted 4.0 scale. If your high school uses weighted honors, AP, or IB values, enter those point values only if your school provides them.
GPA often refers to a term or 4.0-scale average, while CGPA usually means cumulative grade point average. Indian universities often use a 10-point CGPA scale, which can be estimated with the GradePoint CGPA converter.