GPA Calculator
Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA) using the Canadian grading scale. Add multiple courses with grades and credits to calculate your cumulative GPA.
Your Courses
Your GPA
3.45
out of 4.0
Canadian Grading Scale
Understanding GPA (Grade Point Average)
Grade Point Average (GPA) is a numerical representation of your academic performance, calculated by averaging the grade points you earned across all your courses, weighted by the credit hours of each course. In Canada, GPA is typically calculated on a 4.0 scale, where A+ and A represent the highest achievement (4.0) and F represents failure (0.0).
How GPA is Calculated
To calculate your GPA, follow these steps:
- Convert letter grades to grade points: Each letter grade has a corresponding point value (e.g., A = 4.0, B+ = 3.3)
- Multiply by credit hours: Multiply each course's grade points by its credit hours to get quality points
- Sum the values: Add up all quality points and all credit hours
- Divide: Divide total quality points by total credit hours to get your GPA
Canadian Grading Scale
Canadian universities typically use the following 4.0 scale:
- A+ / A (4.0): Exceptional achievement (90-100%)
- A- (3.7): Excellent achievement (85-89%)
- B+ (3.3): Very good achievement (80-84%)
- B (3.0): Good achievement (75-79%)
- B- (2.7): Satisfactory achievement (70-74%)
- C+ (2.3): Adequate achievement (65-69%)
- C (2.0): Marginal achievement (60-64%)
- C- (1.7): Minimal pass (55-59%)
- D+ (1.3): Below standard (50-54%)
- D (1.0): Minimal pass (45-49%)
- F (0.0): Failure (below 45%)
Example Calculation
Let's calculate GPA for a student with these courses:
- Math 101 (3 credits): A- (3.7 points) = 11.1 quality points
- English 200 (3 credits): B+ (3.3 points) = 9.9 quality points
- History 150 (3 credits): B (3.0 points) = 9.0 quality points
- Science 110 (4 credits): A (4.0 points) = 16.0 quality points
Total quality points: 46.0
Total credit hours: 13
GPA: 46.0 ÷ 13 = 3.54
Why GPA Matters
- Academic Standing: Most universities require a minimum GPA to maintain good academic standing
- Scholarships: Many scholarships have minimum GPA requirements
- Graduate School: Higher GPA increases chances of admission to graduate programs
- Dean's List: High GPA (typically 3.5+) can earn you Dean's List recognition
- Employment: Some employers consider GPA when evaluating recent graduates
Tips for Improving Your GPA
- Attend all classes and participate actively
- Complete assignments on time and seek feedback
- Use office hours to connect with professors
- Form study groups with classmates
- Take advantage of tutoring and academic support services
- Balance your course load - don't overload yourself
- Focus on understanding concepts, not just memorization
Important Notes
This calculator uses the standard Canadian 4.0 grading scale. However, some universities may use slightly different scales or percentage ranges for letter grades. Always verify your institution's specific grading scale.
Some institutions may:
- Not offer +/- grades (only A, B, C, D, F)
- Use different percentage ranges for each letter grade
- Have different policies for pass/fail courses
- Calculate separate major GPA, minor GPA, or overall GPA
This calculator is for estimation purposes. For official GPA calculations and academic records, always consult your institution's registrar or student services office.