1. What is GPA?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student's academic performance. It's calculated by dividing the total grade points earned by the total credit hours attempted.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the GPA formula:

Where:

• Total Grade Points — Sum of all grade points earned (course grade × credit hours)
• Total Credit Hours — Sum of all credit hours attempted

Explanation: The formula provides a weighted average of your grades, accounting for both the grade value and the credit hours of each course.

3. Importance of GPA Calculation

Details: GPA is crucial for academic standing, scholarship eligibility, graduate school applications, and sometimes employment opportunities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total grade points and total credit hours. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will compute your cumulative GPA.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good GPA?
A: Typically, 3.0-3.5 is good, 3.5-4.0 is excellent, though this varies by institution and program.

Q2: How do I calculate grade points for a single course?
A: Multiply the grade value (A=4, B=3, etc.) by the course's credit hours.

Q3: Do failed courses affect GPA?
A: Yes, if the course was graded (rather than withdrawn), it's included in both grade points and credit hours.

Q4: How can I improve my GPA?
A: Earn higher grades in future courses, retake courses with low grades (if allowed), or take additional courses to increase your total points.

Q5: Is this calculator for semester or cumulative GPA?
A: It can calculate either, depending on whether you input semester-specific or all-course totals.