School GPA Calculator

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) for high school or college. Supports weighted/unweighted GPA, multiple grading scales, and semester planning.

School System
Standard U.S. System
Most common U.S. high schools (Regular, Honors, AP/IB, Dual Enrollment)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
IB Diploma Programme with HL/SL courses
Advanced Academic
Magnet schools, gifted programs, advanced placement
Career & Technical Education
Vocational, technical, and career-focused programs
Custom Weight System
Define your own course types and weights
Select your school's GPA scale
Weighted GPA
Include weight for advanced courses
Cumulative GPA
Include previous GPA and credits
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Course Name Credits Grade Course Type Actions

Course Type & Weighting Systems

Standard U.S. System

Regular/College Prep +0.0 weight (A = 4.0)
Standard courses with no extra weighting
Honors/Advanced +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
Accelerated or honors-level courses
Advanced Placement (AP) +1.0 weight (A = 5.0)
College-level AP courses
Dual Enrollment +1.0 weight (A = 5.0)
College courses taken in high school
International Baccalaureate (IB) +1.0 weight (A = 5.0)
IB Diploma Programme courses
Pre-AP +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
Preparatory courses for AP classes
Remedial/Basic +0.0 weight, no extra credit
Basic skills or remedial courses
Career & Technical (CTE) +0.0 weight
Vocational and technical education

International Baccalaureate (IB) System

IB Higher Level (HL) +1.0 weight (A = 5.0)
IB Higher Level courses (240+ hours)
IB Standard Level (SL) +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
IB Standard Level courses (150 hours)
IB Core (TOK/EE/CAS) +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity/Action/Service
IB Certificate Courses +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
Individual IB courses outside full diploma

Advanced Academic System

Accelerated +0.75 weight (A = 4.75)
Advanced courses beyond honors level
Post-AP/College Level +1.5 weight (A = 5.5)
Courses beyond AP or college-level work
AP Capstone (Seminar/Research) +1.0 weight (A = 5.0)
AP Capstone Diploma program courses
Independent Study/Research +0.5 weight (A = 4.5)
Student-directed research projects

Important Notes:

  • Weighting systems vary by school, district, and state
  • Some schools use a 6.0 scale for weighted GPA (A in AP = 6.0)
  • Check your school's specific weighting policy for accuracy
  • Some colleges recalculate GPA using their own weighting system

Understanding GPA

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of your academic performance, calculated by averaging the grades you've received in your courses. It's used by colleges, universities, and employers to evaluate academic achievement.

GPA Calculation Formula:

GPA = Total Quality Points ÷ Total Credits

Where: Quality Points = Grade Points × Course Credits

Common GPA Scales

Letter Grade Percentage 4.0 Scale 4.3 Scale 5.0 Scale
A+ 97-100% 4.0 4.3 5.0
A 93-96% 4.0 4.0 5.0
A- 90-92% 3.7 3.7 4.7
B+ 87-89% 3.3 3.3 4.3
B 83-86% 3.0 3.0 4.0
B- 80-82% 2.7 2.7 3.7
C+ 77-79% 2.3 2.3 3.3
C 73-76% 2.0 2.0 3.0
C- 70-72% 1.7 1.7 2.7
D+ 67-69% 1.3 1.3 2.3
D 65-66% 1.0 1.0 2.0
F Below 65% 0.0 0.0 0.0

Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA

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Unweighted GPA: Uses a standard 4.0 scale where all courses are treated equally, regardless of difficulty. An A is always worth 4.0 points.

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Weighted GPA: Takes course difficulty into account. Honors, AP, or IB courses often receive extra points (typically 0.5 or 1.0 extra), allowing GPAs to exceed 4.0.

Importance of GPA

  • College Admissions: GPA is a critical factor in college applications and scholarship decisions
  • Academic Standing: Many schools require a minimum GPA to remain in good standing
  • Honor Societies: Eligibility for honor societies often requires a specific GPA
  • Graduate School: GPA is considered for graduate program admissions
  • Employment: Some employers consider GPA, especially for recent graduates

Frequently Asked Questions

Term GPA (also called semester GPA) is calculated using only the grades from a specific academic term. Cumulative GPA is the overall average of all grades from all terms completed so far. Cumulative GPA is what most colleges and employers consider.

Conversion varies by institution, but a common scale is: A (90-100%), B (80-89%), C (70-79%), D (60-69%), F (0-59%). Some schools use +/- modifiers. Check your school's specific grading policy for exact conversions.

A "good" GPA depends on the college's selectivity:
  • Highly selective schools: 3.7+ unweighted
  • Selective schools: 3.5-3.7 unweighted
  • Moderately selective: 3.0-3.5 unweighted
  • Less selective: 2.0-3.0 unweighted
Remember that GPA is just one factor; colleges also consider course rigor, test scores, essays, and extracurriculars.

Yes! Your cumulative GPA can be improved by earning higher grades in future courses. The more credits you complete with higher grades, the more your GPA will increase. Some schools also offer grade replacement or forgiveness programs for retaken courses.

Pass/fail courses typically do not affect GPA. A "pass" usually earns credit but doesn't contribute to GPA calculation, while a "fail" may result in no credit earned but also doesn't affect GPA. However, policies vary by institution, so check your school's specific rules.