GPA Calculator
Calculate your unweighted GPA for high school or college. Add courses with letter grades and credit hours to instantly see your cumulative GPA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is GPA calculated?
GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) ÷ Total Credit Hours. Convert letter grades to points (A=4.0, A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, B-=2.7, C+=2.3, C=2.0, etc.). For example: an A in a 3-credit course (4.0 × 3 = 12 points) and a B in a 4-credit course (3.0 × 4 = 12 points) = 24 total points ÷ 7 credits = 3.43 GPA.
What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA uses a 4.0 scale regardless of course difficulty — an A in AP Calculus and an A in a standard math class both count as 4.0. A weighted GPA gives bonus points for harder courses: typically 0.5 extra for honors and 1.0 extra for AP/IB classes (so an A in AP = 5.0 on a 5.0 scale). Most colleges recalculate GPA using their own methodology when reviewing applications.
What GPA do you need to get into college?
GPA requirements vary enormously by institution. Highly selective colleges (top 20) admit students with average GPAs of 3.7–4.0. Most four-year universities accept 3.0 and above. Community colleges and open-enrollment schools have no minimum GPA. A low GPA can sometimes be offset by strong test scores, an upward grade trend, challenging coursework, or exceptional extracurriculars. Check each school's middle-50% GPA range.