High School GPA Calculator
Calculate your high school GPA using either an unweighted 4.0 scale or a weighted scale that accounts for Honors, AP, and IB courses. Perfect for tracking your academic progress throughout high school.
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How to Use This Calculator
- Select either the unweighted 4.0 scale or weighted 5.0 scale based on your school\'s grading system.
- Enter each course name (optional), credit hours, and select the letter grade you received.
- If using weighted scale, check the "Honors/AP/IB" box for advanced courses to add bonus points.
- Click "Add Course" to include all your classes. Your GPA updates automatically as you enter data.
High School GPA Formula
High school GPA is calculated by weighting each course grade by its credit hours, then dividing total grade points by total credits:
For weighted GPA, Honors/AP/IB courses receive additional points. Example: An A in a regular 1-credit course = 4.0 points. An A in an AP course = 5.0 points (or 4.5 depending on your school\'s system).
Full Description
Your high school GPA is one of the most important numbers in your academic career. It affects college admissions, scholarship eligibility, and honors recognition. This calculator helps you track your GPA accurately, whether your school uses a traditional 4.0 unweighted scale or a weighted 5.0 scale that rewards advanced coursework.
Unweighted GPA treats all courses equally, making it easy to compare students across different course loads. Weighted GPA recognizes the additional effort required for Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses by awarding extra grade points. Many competitive colleges consider both GPAs when evaluating applications.
Use this tool throughout high school to monitor your academic standing, plan course selections, and set realistic goals for college applications. By entering courses as you complete them, you can see how each grade impacts your cumulative GPA and make informed decisions about academic priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA uses a 4.0 scale where all courses are treated equally. Weighted GPA (often 5.0 scale) gives extra points for Honors, AP, and IB courses to reward students for taking more challenging classes. Many colleges consider both when evaluating applications.
How do I know if my school uses weighted GPA?
Check your transcript or ask your guidance counselor. If you see GPAs above 4.0 on your report card, your school uses weighted GPA. Most high schools now use weighted scales to recognize advanced coursework.
Do colleges prefer weighted or unweighted GPA?
Most colleges recalculate GPAs using their own formulas, but they review both weighted and unweighted GPAs. Weighted GPA shows course rigor, while unweighted GPA shows raw academic performance. Both are important in admissions decisions.
How much does an Honors/AP/IB course boost my GPA?
Typically, Honors and AP courses add 0.5 points to the base grade (e.g., an A becomes 4.5 instead of 4.0). Some schools add 1.0 point for AP/IB courses. Check your school's specific policy, as weighting systems vary.