Free GPA Calculator – GPA, CGPA & Grade Converter | Eduqia
All-in-One GPA Calculator
Calculate your GPA, convert grades, find your final exam target score, and compute weighted grades. 6 tools, instant results, no sign-up needed.
4.0 scale: A+/A=4.0 · A-=3.7 · B+=3.3 · B=3.0 · B-=2.7 · C+=2.3 · C=2.0 · D=1.0 · F=0.0
Example: GPA 3.5 → (3.5 ÷ 4.0) × 100 = 87.5%
Example: 85% → (85 ÷ 100) × 4.0 = 3.40 GPA
Example: CGPA 8.5 → 8.5 × 0.4 = 3.40 GPA
Example: Current 78%, target 85%, final worth 40% → need 95.0%
GPA Grade Scale (4.0)
| Letter grade | Grade points | Percentage range | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ / A | 4.0 | 90–100% | Excellent |
| A- | 3.7 | 87–89% | Excellent |
| B+ | 3.3 | 83–86% | Good |
| B | 3.0 | 80–82% | Good |
| B- | 2.7 | 77–79% | Good |
| C+ | 2.3 | 73–76% | Average |
| C | 2.0 | 70–72% | Average |
| D | 1.0 | 60–69% | Below average |
| F | 0.0 | Below 60% | Failing |
How to calculate your GPA
GPA stands for Grade Point Average. Most US schools use a 4.0 scale. To calculate it, convert each course grade to a grade point value, multiply by credit hours, add all results, then divide by total credit hours. Use the above for instant results. You can also read our full step-by-step guide on how GPA works.
What is a good GPA?
A GPA of 3.5 or higher is strong for most US colleges. Top universities like Harvard, MIT, and Stanford typically admit students with GPAs of 3.9 or above. For graduate school, most programs require at least 3.0. A GPA above 3.7 often qualifies students for the Dean’s List and merit scholarships. See our GPA requirements guide by school type.
GPA to percentage — how to convert
Divide your GPA by 4.0, then multiply by 100. A GPA of 3.5 equals 87.5%. Use the above to convert any GPA instantly with the formula that fits your school.
CGPA to GPA converter (10-point to 4-point)
Many universities in India use a 10-point CGPA scale. To convert to a 4.0 GPA, multiply your CGPA by 0.4. A CGPA of 8.5 becomes 3.40 GPA. The supports VTU, Anna University, and the standard method. Read our CGPA to GPA conversion guide for more detail.
How to use the final exam grade calculator
Enter your current grade, the grade you want to finish with, and the percentage your final exam counts for. The calculator shows exactly what score you need. If the result exceeds 100%, your target needs adjusting. Open the to try it before finals week.
How to raise your GPA
Higher-credit courses affect your GPA more than lower-credit ones. Improving a grade in a 4-credit course moves your GPA further than doing the same in a 1-credit lab. Retaking a failed course is one of the fastest recovery paths where grade replacement is allowed. Read our GPA improvement guide for practical strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Multiply each course grade point by its credit hours. Add all those results together. Divide by total credit hours. For example: an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course gives 12 quality points. A B (3.0) in a 3-credit course gives 9 quality points. Total quality points = 21. Total credits = 6. GPA = 21 ÷ 6 = 3.50.
Use this formula: Percentage = (GPA ÷ 4.0) × 100. A GPA of 3.5 equals (3.5 ÷ 4.0) × 100 = 87.5%. Use the GPA to % tab above for instant results.
Multiply your CGPA (10-point scale) by 0.4. Example: CGPA 8.5 × 0.4 = 3.40 GPA on the 4.0 scale. Different universities use slightly different formulas use the CGPA to GPA tab above to pick the right one for your school.
A GPA of 3.5 or above is strong for most US colleges. Top universities typically admit students with GPAs of 3.9 or higher. For graduate school, aim for at least 3.0. Many employers set a minimum GPA threshold of 3.0 for graduate-level jobs.
Use this formula: Final score needed = (Target grade − Current grade × (1 − Final exam weight)) ÷ Final exam weight. Or use the Final Exam tab above and get the answer instantly by entering three numbers.
No. A W does not count as a grade and does not affect your GPA. It appears on your transcript but carries no grade point value. However, graduate programs and some employers notice patterns of repeated withdrawals.
Most schools set the Dean’s List threshold at a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. Some set it at 3.7 or even 3.9. Always check your school’s student handbook for the exact requirement.
Reviewed by the Eduqia Academic Team
All formulas on this page follow the standard 4.0 GPA scale used by US colleges and universities. CGPA conversion methods reference publicly available grading policies from VTU, Anna University, and other institutions. We review and update this page regularly.