This Target GPA Calculator is designed to help students determine the GPA needed in their next term to achieve a desired cumulative GPA. By entering your current GPA, credits earned, target GPA, and planned credits, the calculator will provide the required GPA for the next term.
How to Use the Target GPA Calculator
- Current Cumulative GPA:
- Enter your current cumulative GPA in the “Current Cumulative GPA” field. This is the GPA you have achieved so far.
- Credits Earned:
- Enter the total number of credits you have earned up to this point in the “Credits Earned” field.
- Target / Desired GPA:
- Enter the GPA you aim to achieve by the end of the next term in the “Target / Desired GPA” field.
- Remaining / Planned Credits:
- Enter the number of credits you plan to take in the next term in the “Remaining / Planned Credits” field.
- Calculate:
- Click the “Calculate” button to see the required GPA for the next term and the best possible GPA for the given number of planned credits.
GPA Conversion Table
| Letter | Percent | 4.0 Scale |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 97-100 | 4.0 |
| A | 93-96 | 4.0 |
| A- | 90-92 | 3.7 |
| B+ | 87-89 | 3.3 |
| B | 83-86 | 3.0 |
| B- | 80-82 | 2.7 |
| C+ | 77-79 | 2.3 |
| C | 73-76 | 2.0 |
| C- | 70-72 | 1.7 |
| D+ | 67-69 | 1.3 |
| D | 65-66 | 1.0 |
| E/F | 0-64 | 0.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is a Cumulative GPA?
The cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) is the overall average of all your grades throughout your academic career, calculated on a 4.0 scale.
2. How do I calculate my current cumulative GPA?
You can calculate your cumulative GPA by dividing the total grade points earned by the total number of credits attempted.
3. What is a target GPA?
A target GPA is the GPA you aim to achieve by the end of your next term or semester.
4. How does this calculator help?
This calculator helps you determine the GPA you need to achieve in your next term to reach your desired cumulative GPA, considering your current GPA and earned credits.
5. Can this calculator be used for different grading scales?
Yes, while the provided GPA conversion table uses a standard 4.0 scale, you can adjust the calculations based on the specific grading scale used by your institution.
6. Are the calculations provided by this tool accurate?
The calculations are intended to provide a general guideline. For precise GPA determination, please refer to your institution’s official grading policies and resources.
7. Why is my planned credit load important?
The number of planned credits is crucial because it affects the weight of the grades you will earn in the next term, impacting your cumulative GPA.