GPA Calculator
Calculate your cumulative GPA using either an unweighted 4.0 scale or a weighted 5.0 (AP/IB/Honors) scale. Add your courses, assign credit hours, and select the grade earned for each class.
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Total Credits
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Total Grade Points
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GPA (4.0 scale)
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How Weighted GPAs Work
- Weighted GPAs award extra points for advanced courses like AP, IB, or Honors.
- Use unweighted GPA for college applications when schools request a standard 4.0 scale.
- Some schools cap the number of weighted courses—check your student handbook for details.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select either the unweighted 4.0 scale or the weighted 5.0 scale.
- Enter each course's name (optional), credit value, and the letter grade earned.
- Use “Add Course” to keep including classes until your transcript is complete.
- Review the total credits, total grade points, and resulting GPA at the bottom of the calculator.
GPA Formula
Regardless of the scale, GPA is calculated as total grade points divided by total attempted credits. Weighted scales simply assign higher grade point values to advanced courses.
On a weighted scale, an A in an AP course might count as 5.0 points instead of 4.0. The calculator switches the grade point list automatically when you toggle the scale.
Full Description
This GPA calculator serves high school students tracking honor-roll status, college applicants comparing weighted vs unweighted transcripts, and counselors advising on course selection. Because many institutions ask for both numbers, switching between scales instantly shows how advanced course loads influence your academic profile.
Credit hours support block schedules, trimester systems, and college-level courses. Whether your school uses 0.5 credit electives or 4-credit lab classes, the GPA formula adapts. You can also experiment by changing a grade to see how much it impacts the overall average.
Use this tool during schedule planning meetings to visualize how adding another AP class could nudge your weighted GPA higher while keeping your unweighted GPA stable. Consistent tracking helps you stay above scholarship or athletic eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between unweighted and weighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA uses a 4.0 scale and treats every course equally. A weighted GPA gives extra points—typically up to 5.0—for Honors, AP, IB, or A-level classes to reflect their difficulty.
How do I know if my school uses a weighted GPA?
Check your transcript or academic handbook. If you see GPAs above 4.0 or special weighting for advanced classes, your school likely uses a weighted scale. Many high schools report both versions.
Should I include middle school or college classes?
Include only the courses that count toward your official GPA according to your district or university policy. Dual-enrollment credits typically count for both high school and college GPAs.
Can I add different grading scales?
This calculator focuses on the most common 4.0 and 5.0 scales. Some schools use variations (like 4.5). You can approximate by selecting the closest scale or adjusting the grade values manually when interpreting the results.
GPA Benchmarks
Honor Roll
Many schools require an unweighted GPA ≥ 3.5.
Top 10% Class Rank
Often correlates with weighted GPA ≥ 4.3.
NCAA Eligibility
Division I athletics require a core-course GPA ≥ 2.3.