Question 1

How do you calculate GPA?

Accepted Answer

Multiply each course grade by its credit hours to get quality points, sum them, then divide by total credits.

Question 2

Weighted vs unweighted GPA?

Accepted Answer

Unweighted uses a 4.0 scale for all classes; weighted adds bumps for honors/AP/IB courses (e.g., 4.5 or 5.0 scale).

Question 3

Semester vs cumulative GPA?

Accepted Answer

Semester GPA uses that term's courses only; cumulative GPA includes all completed terms.

Question 4

How are letter grades mapped?

Accepted Answer

Typical mapping: A=4.0, A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, etc. Schools may vary—use your program's table.

Question 5

Can I target a GPA?

Accepted Answer

Yes—enter desired cumulative GPA and remaining credits; the tool solves the needed average.

GPA Calculator