Calculate your semester and cumulative GPA. Add your courses with credit hours and grades to see where you stand on the 4.0 scale.
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Semester GPA
4.00
Total Credits
12
Grade Points
48.0
Based on your current 4.00 GPA over 12 credits, here is the GPA you would need next semester (15 credits) to reach each target:
2.0 (Min Standing)
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3.0 (Good Standing)
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3.5 (Dean's List)
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3.7 (Honors)
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Your Grade Point Average (GPA) is one of the most important academic metrics in college. It affects eligibility for scholarships, honors programs, graduate school admissions, and even job applications. Understanding how your GPA is calculated helps you plan your course load strategically and set realistic academic goals.
GPA is calculated by multiplying each course's grade points (e.g., A = 4.0, B = 3.0) by its credit hours, summing those products, and dividing by the total credit hours. For example, an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course and a B (3.0) in a 4-credit course gives (4.0×3 + 3.0×4) / (3+4) = 24/7 = 3.43 GPA.
Semester GPA reflects your performance in a single term, while cumulative GPA includes all courses across all semesters. To calculate cumulative GPA, enter your prior cumulative GPA and total credit hours along with your current semester courses.
Most graduate programs require a minimum GPA of 3.0, though competitive programs often expect 3.5 or higher. Medical schools typically look for 3.5+, law schools vary widely, and MBA programs consider GPA alongside work experience and test scores. Check specific program requirements for exact thresholds.
GPA Calculator
Calculate your semester or cumulative GPA. Add your courses with grades and credit hours to see your grade point average on the standard 4.0 scale.
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