Question 1

How is GPA calculated?

Accepted Answer

GPA = (Sum of Grade Points × Credits) ÷ Total Credits. On the 4.0 scale, an A is worth 4.0, B is 3.0, C is 2.0, D is 1.0, and F is 0. Multiply each grade point by the course's credit hours, sum them, and divide by total credit hours.

Question 2

What is a good GPA?

Accepted Answer

A GPA above 3.5 is considered excellent, 3.0–3.5 is good, 2.5–3.0 is average, and below 2.0 typically signals academic concern. Many graduate schools and competitive scholarships require a 3.0 or higher.

Question 3

What's the difference between semester and cumulative GPA?

Accepted Answer

Semester GPA is the average for one term only. Cumulative GPA combines every credit you've taken across all terms. Use the 'previous GPA' field above to project your new cumulative GPA.

Question 4

How do +/- grades affect GPA?

Accepted Answer

Most schools use plus/minus grading: A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B- = 2.7, etc. A+ usually counts as 4.0 (the same as A). Check your school's policy — some only use straight letter grades.

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