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🎓 What is GPA Calculator?
GPA Calculator helps students compute their Grade Point Average using the standard 4.0 scale used by most American universities. Enter your courses, credit hours, and letter grades to instantly calculate your cumulative GPA. The calculator shows Latin honors benchmarks (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Cum Laude) based on your GPA. Perfect for tracking academic progress, planning course loads, and preparing for graduate school applications.
📊 GPA Scale and Latin Honors
| GPA Range | Honor | Meaning | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9 - 4.0 | Summa Cum Laude | With highest honor | Top 1-5% |
| 3.7 - 3.89 | Magna Cum Laude | With great honor | Top 5-10% |
| 3.5 - 3.69 | Cum Laude | With honor | Top 10-15% |
| 3.0 - 3.49 | Dean's List | Academic excellence | Top 15-30% |
| 2.0 - 2.99 | Good Standing | Satisfactory progress | Average |
💡 GPA Improvement Strategies
- Credit hour impact: Higher credit courses affect GPA more significantly
- Grade replacement: Many schools allow retaking courses to replace low grades
- Strategic course selection: Balance challenging courses with ones you can excel in
- Office hours: Professors and TAs can help clarify concepts before exams
Frequently Asked Questions
How is GPA calculated?▼
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course grade point by its credit hours, summing all quality points, then dividing by total credit hours. For example: (A in 3-credit = 12 points) + (B in 4-credit = 12 points) = 24 points / 7 credits = 3.43 GPA.
What GPA do I need for graduate school?▼
Most graduate programs require a minimum 3.0 GPA. Competitive programs often expect 3.5+. However, admissions also consider GRE scores, research experience, and letters of recommendation.
Does an A+ give more than 4.0 points?▼
In the standard 4.0 scale used by most US universities, both A and A+ equal 4.0 points. Some schools use a 4.3 scale where A+ = 4.3, but this is less common.
What is GPA?
GPA (Grade Point Average) measures academic achievement on a 4.0 scale. Enter your courses, credit hours, and letter grades to calculate your cumulative GPA. Useful for college students tracking their academic progress.