US GPA & Grade Calculator
For Middle & High School Students
Your GPA Results
Your GPA on a 4.0 scale:
Unweighted GPA
About the GPA Calculator
This GPA calculator helps middle and high school students calculate their Grade Point Average (GPA) quickly and accurately. Our calculator supports both weighted and unweighted GPA calculations, following the standard US grading system.
GPA is a crucial metric for academic assessment and college applications. Understanding your GPA helps you track your academic progress and set goals for improvement.
How to Use This Calculator:
- Add your courses using the "Add Course" button
- Enter each course's name, credit value, and your expected grade
- Mark courses as weighted if they are Honors, AP, or advanced classes
- Click "Calculate GPA" to see your results
- Download your results for your records
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale, where an A is 4.0 regardless of course difficulty. Weighted GPA gives extra points for advanced courses (like Honors or AP classes), often on a 5.0 scale, where an A might be worth 5.0 instead of 4.0.
How is GPA calculated?
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course's grade points by its credit hours, summing these values, and then dividing by the total credit hours. For example, an A (4.0) in a 1-credit course contributes 4.0 points, while a B (3.0) in a 2-credit course contributes 6.0 points.
Do colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPA?
Most colleges consider both GPAs. They often recalculate GPAs based on their own criteria, but weighted GPA shows your performance in challenging courses, which can be important in the admissions process.
What is a good GPA for college applications?
A "good" GPA varies by college, but generally, a GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) is considered competitive for many colleges. Highly selective institutions often look for GPAs of 3.8 or higher.