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GPA Calculator
Estimate your semester GPA, then include previous coursework to see how your cumulative GPA changes.
Semester Courses
Add each course, choose the letter grade, and enter credit hours.
Course 1
Course 2
Course 3
Existing GPA (optional)
Include prior coursework to estimate your updated cumulative GPA.
Semester GPA
4.00
Semester Credits
9.0
Quality Points
36.00
Cumulative GPA
4.00
Total Credits
9.0
Prior Credits
0.0
Add prior GPA and credits above if you want a combined cumulative GPA.
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How this calculator works
What this page estimates
This GPA Calculator is built to give a quick, browser-based estimate for gpa. Estimate your semester GPA, then include previous coursework to see how your cumulative GPA changes. The inputs stay on the page during normal use, and the result should be treated as an estimate for planning, comparison, or education rather than professional advice.
Calculation approach
The calculator applies the standard relationship implied by the inputs, then formats the answer so it can be checked and reused. For math & education tools, the most important step is using consistent units, rates, time periods, and assumptions before comparing the result with another calculator or outside quote.
Example workflow
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Use the result to learn a formula, check homework, verify a percentage, or understand the steps behind a number.
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How to Use
- Add each course you took this semester using the + Add Course button if needed.
- Select the letter grade earned for each class and enter the course credit hours.
- Review your semester GPA and total quality points as you update each row.
- If you already have a GPA, enter your prior GPA and total earned credits to estimate your cumulative GPA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is GPA calculated?
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course grade value by its credit hours, adding those quality points together, then dividing by the total number of credits attempted.
Does an A+ count above 4.0?
Many schools cap an A+ at 4.0 on the standard scale. This calculator uses the standard unweighted 4.0 scale, so both A and A+ count as 4.0.
What is the difference between semester GPA and cumulative GPA?
Semester GPA only includes the classes from one term. Cumulative GPA includes all completed coursework, which is why prior GPA and prior credits matter.
Can I use this for college and high school GPA?
Yes, as long as your school uses a standard 4.0 scale. Weighted GPA systems that add extra points for honors or AP classes will need a different scale.
Why do credit hours affect GPA so much?
Courses with more credit hours carry more weight because they contribute more quality points. A grade in a 4-credit class affects GPA more than the same grade in a 1-credit class.
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