1. What is GPA?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student's academic performance in high school. It's calculated by averaging the grade points earned in all classes, typically on a 0-4.0 scale.

2. How GPA is Calculated

The basic GPA formula is:

Where:

• Grade points — Numerical value assigned to each letter grade (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0 in standard scale)
• Total classes — Number of courses taken

Example: If you earned A (4 points) in 3 classes and B (3 points) in 2 classes:
GPA = (4+4+4+3+3)/5 = 18/5 = 3.6

3. Importance of GPA

Details: GPA is crucial for college admissions, scholarship eligibility, and academic standing. Many colleges use GPA as a primary screening tool for applicants.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Enter your total grade points (sum of all individual course grades)
• Enter the total number of classes taken
• The calculator will divide grade points by classes to determine GPA

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good GPA?
A: Generally, 3.5-4.0 is excellent, 3.0-3.49 is good, 2.0-2.99 is average, below 2.0 may indicate academic difficulty.

Q2: How do weighted GPAs work?
A: Honors/AP classes often give extra points (e.g., A=5 instead of 4). This calculator uses standard unweighted GPA.

Q3: Can I calculate GPA for one semester?
A: Yes, just use the grade points and class count for that specific semester.

Q4: How does pass/fail affect GPA?
A: Pass/fail courses typically don't count toward GPA calculation.

Q5: Should I include PE/electives in GPA?
A: Generally yes, all graded courses should be included unless your school has specific exceptions.