Question 1

How do I calculate my GPA?

Accepted Answer

To calculate your GPA, enter each course with its credit hours and grade. The calculator multiplies your grade points by credits, sums them up, and divides by total credits.

Question 2

What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?

Accepted Answer

Unweighted GPA uses a standard 4.0 scale. Weighted GPA adds extra points for honors, AP, IB, or college courses (typically +0.5 for honors, +1.0 for AP/IB/college).

Question 3

What is a good GPA?

Accepted Answer

A GPA of 3.0 or higher is generally considered good. A GPA above 3.5 is very good, and 3.7+ is excellent. Competitive colleges often look for GPAs of 3.5+.

Question 4

Does this calculator support different grading scales?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this calculator supports the standard 4.0 scale with plus/minus grades (A+ to F). For other scales like 5.0 or 12-point systems, visit our blog for conversion guides.

Question 5

Is my data saved?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your course data is automatically saved to your browser's local storage. Data persists between sessions but is only stored on your device.

Question 6

Can I use this calculator for both high school and college?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! This calculator works for both high school and college GPAs. You can toggle weighted GPA on or off depending on your institution's policy.

GPA Calculator