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Weighted GPA Calculator

Calculate your weighted GPA accounting for honors, AP, and advanced courses that earn extra grade points

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Calculate Your Weighted GPA

Calculate your weighted GPA with honors and AP course bonuses. See how advanced coursework boosts your GPA and compare weighted vs unweighted calculations used by colleges.

What Is Weighted GPA?

Weighted GPA accounts for course difficulty by adding extra points for honors, AP, IB, or advanced courses. While standard classes max at 4.0, weighted scales allow 4.5 or 5.0 for challenging courses, rewarding academic rigor.

Weighted GPA Scale

Standard A = 4.0, Honors A = 4.5, AP/IB A = 5.0

Why Weighted GPA Matters

College Admissions

Many colleges recalculate GPAs using their own weighted scale to fairly compare applicants taking different course loads.

Class Rank

Weighted GPA is often used to determine class rank, rewarding students who challenge themselves with advanced courses.

Course Selection

Understanding weighted GPA helps you decide whether to take honors/AP courses based on their impact on your overall GPA.

How to Use This Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

Practices vary. Some colleges use only unweighted GPA, others recalculate using their own weighted scale, and some consider both. Check specific college requirements.