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Required Term GPA Calculator

Find the term GPA needed to reach a cumulative target.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter existing gpa, existing credits, next-term credits, target cumulative gpa.
  2. Select Calculate to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

Input reference and sample values

Use the units and choices shown for each field. Sample values are provided for practice, not as recommendations.

InputFormat and unitsSample
Existing GPANumeric value. Zero or positive. Maximum: 10.3.2
Existing creditsNumeric value. Must be greater than zero.60
Next-term creditsNumeric value. Must be greater than zero.15
Target cumulative GPANumeric value. Zero or positive. Maximum: 10.3.4

Result for these sample inputs

4.2 GPA

Select Try the example in the form to load these values and calculate them again. This replaces the current form inputs. Compare the result with the method and worked explanation below.

The method, explained

Required term GPA = [target × (old + new credits) − old GPA × old credits]/new credits.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

Using existing gpa = 3.2, existing credits = 60, next-term credits = 15, target cumulative gpa = 3.4, the result is 4.2 GPA. Change these example inputs to match your task; use the method above to check each step.

What to keep in mind

Compare the answer with your school’s maximum grade-point value; a target may be unattainable in one term. Check the grading or scheduling rules used by your institution. The stated mathematical convention may differ from its policy.

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