GPA Calculator (4.0 Scale)

GPA Calculation Formula:

\[ GPA = \frac{\sum (grade\ points \times credits)}{\sum credits} \]

Calculated GPA:

1. What is GPA?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student's academic performance, calculated by averaging the grades earned in all courses. The standard scale ranges from 0.0 to 4.0, with 4.0 being the highest achievable GPA.

2. How GPA is Calculated

The GPA is calculated using the following formula:

\[ GPA = \frac{\sum (grade\ points \times credit\ hours)}{\sum credit\ hours} \]

Where:

Grade Points - Numerical value assigned to each letter grade (A=4.0, A-=3.7, etc.)
Credit Hours - Weight/units assigned to each course
Σ - Sum of all courses

3. GPA Grading Scale

The standard 4.0 scale with +/- grades:

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
F = 0.0

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions:

Select the letter grade for each course
Enter the credit hours for each course
Add or remove courses as needed
Click "Calculate GPA" to see your result

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good GPA?
A: Typically, 3.0+ is good, 3.5+ is very good, and 3.7+ is excellent. Standards vary by institution and program.

Q2: How do I improve my GPA?
A: Focus on earning higher grades in future courses (especially those with more credits) and retaking courses with low grades if allowed.

Q3: Do all schools use the same GPA scale?
A: No, some schools use different scales (e.g., 5.0 for honors/AP classes) or don't use +/- grades. Always check your institution's policy.

Q4: How does pass/fail affect GPA?
A: Pass/fail courses typically don't affect GPA - they're either not included or count as neutral (no grade points).

Q5: What's the difference between cumulative and major GPA?
A: Cumulative includes all courses, while major GPA only includes courses in your declared major.