College GPA calculator
Enter each course's letter grade and credit hours to get your semester GPA. Add your current cumulative GPA and total credits to see where you'll stand after this term.
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How college GPA is calculated
GPA = total quality points ÷ total GPA credit hours
Quality points are grade points times credit hours. Most US colleges use the plus/minus 4.0 scale: A 4.0, A- 3.7, B+ 3.3, B 3.0, B- 2.7, C+ 2.3, C 2.0, C- 1.7, D+ 1.3, D 1.0, D- 0.7, F 0.
Worked example
| Course | Grade | Credits | Quality points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus I | B+ (3.3) | 4 | 13.2 |
| General Chemistry | B (3.0) | 4 | 12.0 |
| English Composition | A (4.0) | 3 | 12.0 |
| Psychology 101 | A- (3.7) | 3 | 11.1 |
| Total | 14 | 48.3 |
Semester GPA = 48.3 ÷ 14 = 3.45. With a previous GPA of 3.20 over 30 credits, the new cumulative GPA is (3.20 × 30 + 48.3) ÷ 44 = 3.28.
Why your first semesters matter most
Each new semester has less effect on your cumulative GPA because it’s averaged with more credits. Raising a 2.8 to a 3.0 takes one strong semester as a freshman, but several as a junior. Use the cumulative boxes above to plan.
Frequently asked questions
How is college GPA calculated?
Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, add those quality points, and divide by the total credit hours. A 4-credit A adds 16 quality points; a 3-credit B adds 9.
Do pass/fail classes count in my GPA?
Usually not. Pass/fail, withdrawn (W) and incomplete classes are left out of GPA at most colleges. Don't enter them.
How do I raise my college GPA?
Strong grades in high-credit courses move your GPA the most. Some schools also let you retake a course and replace the old grade. The cumulative section shows the effect of a good semester.
What GPA do I need for the dean's list?
Many colleges use a semester GPA of 3.5 with at least 12 graded credits. Check your school's rules.
Does my transfer credit count?
Transfer credits usually count toward graduation but not toward your GPA at the new school.