GPA Weighted Calculator: Advanced Academic Tracking

Calculate weighted GPA with term tracking, scenario planning, and honors indicators. Import CSV data, export results, and track your academic progress across multiple terms with detailed analytics.

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GPA Weighted Calculator

Track your GPA across multiple terms with advanced features and scenario planning.

1. Grading System & Scale

2. Term Management

Term 1
Term 1 Courses
Course Name Grade Credits

3. Import/Export Data

Format: Course Name, Grade, Credits, Term

4. Scenario Planning

Understanding Weighted GPA and Academic Tracking

Learn about weighted GPA calculation, term tracking, and how to use scenario planning for academic success

What is Weighted GPA?

Weighted GPA takes into account the credit hours of each course, giving more weight to courses with higher credit values. This provides a more accurate representation of your academic performance.

Formula: Weighted GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credit Hours) / Σ(Credit Hours)

Example: If you have an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course and a B (3.0) in a 4-credit course: Weighted GPA = (4.0 × 3 + 3.0 × 4) / (3 + 4) = 24 / 7 = 3.43

Term vs Cumulative GPA

Term GPA: Calculated for a specific semester or term, showing your performance in that period.

Cumulative GPA: Overall GPA across all terms, providing a complete academic picture.

Tracking Both: Monitoring both helps identify trends, improvement areas, and academic consistency.

Scenario Planning Benefits

Goal Setting: Determine what grades you need to achieve your target GPA.

Risk Assessment: Understand the impact of different grade outcomes on your overall GPA.

Academic Planning: Make informed decisions about course loads and academic strategies.

Motivation: See concrete targets for maintaining or improving your academic standing.

Honors and Recognition

Dean's List: Typically requires a GPA of 3.5 or higher for a term.

Magna Cum Laude: Usually requires a cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher.

Summa Cum Laude: Typically requires a cumulative GPA of 3.9 or higher.

These thresholds may vary by institution, so check your school's specific requirements.

GPA Weighted Calculator FAQ

Frequently asked questions about weighted GPA calculation

What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?

Weighted GPA considers credit hours, giving more weight to courses with higher credits. Unweighted GPA treats all courses equally regardless of credit hours. Weighted GPA provides a more accurate representation of academic performance.

How does scenario planning work?

Scenario planning lets you test "what-if" situations by adding hypothetical courses with specific grades and credits. This helps you understand what grades you need to achieve your target GPA or honors recognition.

Can I import my existing grade data?

Yes! You can import CSV files with your course data. The format should be: Course Name, Grade, Credits, Term. You can also export your data for backup or sharing purposes.

How accurate are the honors indicators?

Our honors indicators use common thresholds (3.5+ for Dean's List, 3.7+ for Magna Cum Laude, 3.9+ for Summa Cum Laude). However, specific requirements vary by institution, so always verify with your school's academic policies.