How is semester GPA calculated?

Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum all results, then divide by total credit hours. Grade points: A=4.0, A−=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, B−=2.7, C+=2.3, C=2.0, C−=1.7, D=1.0, F=0.0.

Does Pass/Fail affect GPA?

No. Pass/Fail courses do not count toward GPA calculation — they show on your transcript but contribute no grade points. Credits count toward graduation but not GPA.

What GPA do I need for Latin honors?

Most universities require Cum Laude 3.5+, Magna Cum Laude 3.7+, and Summa Cum Laude 3.9+. Requirements vary by institution — check your school's registrar.

How does semester GPA differ from cumulative GPA?

Semester GPA reflects only the current term. Cumulative GPA averages all semesters weighted by credit hours. Use the Professional mode to see how this semester affects your cumulative.

Semester GPA Calculator

Calculate your GPA for the current semester from your course grades and credit hours. Supports 4.0 standard, 5.0 weighted, and Pass/Fail inclusion.

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How to Use This Calculator

Select each course grade from the dropdown.
Enter the credit hours for each course.
Add up to 5 courses in the Extended tab.
Use Professional mode to see cumulative GPA impact.

Formula

Semester GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credits) / Σ(Credits)

Example

A (4.0) × 3 credits + B+ (3.3) × 3 credits + A− (3.7) × 4 credits = 12 + 9.9 + 14.8 = 36.7 points / 10 credits = 3.67 GPA

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours, sum all results, then divide by total credit hours. Grade points: A=4.0, A−=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, B−=2.7, C+=2.3, C=2.0, C−=1.7, D=1.0, F=0.0.
No. Pass/Fail courses do not count toward GPA calculation — they show on your transcript but contribute no grade points. Credits count toward graduation but not GPA.
Most universities require Cum Laude 3.5+, Magna Cum Laude 3.7+, and Summa Cum Laude 3.9+. Requirements vary by institution — check your school's registrar.
Semester GPA reflects only the current term. Cumulative GPA averages all semesters weighted by credit hours. Use the Professional mode to see how this semester affects your cumulative.

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Sources & References (5) ▾

NACADA — Academic Advising Resources — NACADA
College Board — Common GPA Scales — College Board
AACRAO — Registrar Academic Standards — AACRAO
MIT Registrar — GPA Calculation Policy — MIT
US News — College Rankings Methodology — US News