1. What is GPA?

GPA (Grade Point Average) is a numerical representation of a student's academic performance. It's calculated by dividing the total grade points earned by the total credit hours attempted.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard GPA formula:

Where:

• Grade Points — Numerical value of each grade (e.g., A = 4.0)
• Credits — Credit hours for each course

Explanation: Each course's grade points are multiplied by its credit hours, these products are summed, and then divided by the total credit hours.

3. Importance of GPA Calculation

Details: GPA is crucial for academic standing, scholarship eligibility, graduation requirements, and graduate school applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter grade points and credit hours as comma-separated values. Both lists must be of equal length. For example: "4.0,3.7,3.3" and "3,4,3".

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good GPA?
A: Typically, 3.5+ is considered good, 3.7+ very good, and 3.9+ excellent, though standards vary by institution.

Q2: How are letter grades converted to grade points?
A: Common scale: A=4.0, A-=3.7, B+=3.3, B=3.0, etc. Check your institution's specific grading policy.

Q3: Do all courses count equally in GPA?
A: Courses with more credit hours have greater impact on GPA than those with fewer credits.

Q4: What's the difference between cumulative and term GPA?
A: Term GPA is for one semester, cumulative GPA includes all coursework.

Q5: Can I calculate GPA for future courses?
A: Yes, by entering projected grades and credits, you can estimate potential GPA.