Weighted GPA calculator
Harder classes earn extra points. Set each class to Regular, Honors or AP / IB to get your weighted GPA, the number many high schools use for class rank and honors.
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How weighted GPA is calculated
Weighted GPA = Σ ((grade points + level bonus) × credits) ÷ Σ credits
| Level | Bonus | A becomes | B becomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular / CP | +0 | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Honors | +0.5 | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| AP / IB / dual enrollment | +1.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 |
Is it worth taking the AP class?
A B in AP (4.0 weighted) counts the same as an A in a regular class on a weighted scale. Colleges also value the harder course load, so a B in AP often looks stronger than an A in the regular version.
Weighted vs. unweighted
Your unweighted GPA ignores course level and stays on a 4.0 scale. Colleges see both. Many recalculate a weighted GPA with their own rules, for example the University of California caps the number of honors points it counts.
Frequently asked questions
What is a weighted GPA?
A GPA that gives extra points for advanced classes. On the most common system an A in an Honors class is 4.5 and an A in an AP or IB class is 5.0.
Can a weighted GPA be over 4.0?
Yes. With AP and Honors classes it can go up to 5.0. That's why some students have GPAs like 4.3.
Is a 3.8 weighted GPA good?
It usually means a B+ to A- average with a few advanced classes. Compare it with your unweighted GPA and your class rank for context.
Do dual enrollment classes get weight?
Many schools weight dual enrollment college classes like AP (+1.0). Check your school's policy.