How to Calculate GPA

What is GPA?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is the weighted average of all course grades on a 4.0 scale (US) or percentage scale (UK/India). Each grade is converted to a numerical value and weighted by course credit hours.

Formula

Weighted GPA = Sum(Grade points × Credit hours) / Sum(Credit hours)

GPA: Sum(Grade points × Credit hours) / Sum(Credit hours) — Sum(Grade points × Credit hours) / Sum(Credit hours)

Step-by-Step Guide

1Assign grade points: A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0 (plus/minus variants: A-=3.7, B+=3.3, etc.)
2Weighted GPA = Sum(Grade points × Credit hours) / Sum(Credit hours)
3CGPA = Cumulative GPA across all semesters

Worked Examples

Input

Maths (A, 4cr) + English (B+, 3cr) + Science (B, 3cr)

Result

GPA: 3.43

(4.0×4 + 3.3×3 + 3.0×3) / (4+3+3) = 34.3/10 = 3.43

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gpa?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is the weighted average of all course grades on a 4. 0 scale (US) or percentage scale (UK/India)

How accurate is the Gpa calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for gpa. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the Gpa calculator use?

This calculator works with inches, watts. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the Gpa calculator use?

The core formula is: Assign grade points: A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0 (plus/minus variants: A-=3.7, B+=3.3, etc.). Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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