Weighted GPA Calculator
Weighted GPA gives extra credit for harder classes. Mark each course as regular, honors or AP to see your weighted GPA.
Your numbers
How we calculate it
Start with the standard 4.0 grade points, then add 0.5 for honors courses and 1.0 for AP, IB or dual-credit courses (only when the grade is above F). Multiply by credits, add up and divide by total credits.
Weighted GPAs can exceed 4.0, for example 5.0 for an A in an AP course.
Assumptions and limits
- Schools use different weighting systems. Some add 0.5 for both honors and AP, some cap the GPA, and some do not weight at all.
- Colleges often recalculate GPA using their own method, so treat this as an estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
Unweighted GPA treats every class equally on a 4.0 scale. Weighted GPA adds bonus points for advanced courses, so it can go above 4.0.
Do colleges use weighted GPA?
Policies vary. Many colleges recalculate GPA on their own scale, and some look at both weighted and unweighted values.
How do I find my school’s weighting?
Check your school’s course catalog or ask a counselor, then adjust the numbers accordingly.
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Worked example (a fixed example using the starting numbers, it does not change as you type)
Inputs: courses: A (3 credits), B+ (4 credits, honors), A- (3 credits, AP), B (3 credits).
- Weighted GPA 3.87
- Total credits 13
- Courses counted 4
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