Grade Calculator

Calculate your final grade with weighted assignments, tests, and exams. Get detailed breakdowns and see what you need to pass.

Grade Input

Assignment Categories

Final Exam (Optional)

Advanced Options

Results

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Enter your grades and click calculate to see your results

How to Use the Grade Calculator

Step 1: Add Your Assignments

Enter each assignment, test, or project with:

  • Assignment name (e.g., "Midterm Exam", "Homework 1")
  • Points you earned
  • Total possible points
  • Weight percentage (how much this assignment counts toward your final grade)

Step 2: Optional Final Exam

If your course has a final exam, enter the weight and your score. The calculator will show both your current grade and projected final grade.

Step 3: Advanced Options

Set target grades and passing grades to see what you need to achieve your goals.

How the Grade Calculator Works

Weighted Grade Calculation

The calculator uses the weighted average formula:

Final Grade = Σ(Grade × Weight) / Σ(Weight)

Where each assignment's contribution is calculated by multiplying the grade percentage by its weight.

Letter Grade Conversion

A+ 97-100%
A 93-96%
A- 90-92%
B+ 87-89%
B 83-86%
B- 80-82%
C+ 77-79%
C 73-76%
C- 70-72%
D 60-69%
F 0-59%

Key Definitions

Grade Terms

Weighted Grade

A grade calculated by giving different assignments different importance levels based on their weight percentage.

Current Grade

Your grade based on completed assignments only, excluding future assignments or final exams.

Final Grade

Your projected final grade including all assignments and the final exam score.

Calculator Terms

Target Grade

The grade you want to achieve in the course. The calculator shows what you need on remaining assignments.

Passing Grade

The minimum grade required to pass the course (typically 60% or D-).

Grade Breakdown

A detailed view showing how each assignment contributes to your overall grade.

Pro Tips for Using the Grade Calculator

📊 Accurate Weighting

Make sure your assignment weights add up to 100%. Check your syllabus for the exact weight distribution.

🎯 Goal Setting

Use the target grade feature to see what you need on upcoming assignments to reach your desired final grade.

📈 Progress Tracking

Update your grades regularly to track your progress throughout the semester and identify areas for improvement.

⚠️ Final Exam Planning

Use the final exam feature to see how different exam scores will affect your final grade.