How to calculate the final score needed
Use your current grade, the final weight and your target.
1
Enter current grade
Use the weighted grade before the final.
2
Enter final weight
Check the syllabus; it might be 20%, 30% or 50%.
3
Set a target
Use the lowest grade you would be satisfied with.
What does this tool do?
Your final grade is a weighted average of the work completed and the final exam. This calculator solves for the exam score needed to reach a target, and tells you when the target is impossible without extra credit.
The Formula
Required = (Target − Current × (1 − Weight)) ÷ WeightFrequently Asked Questions
What if my final is worth 50%?
Set the final weight to 50%. The required score will rise or fall depending on your current grade and target.
Does this work for points-based courses?
Only if the final is a fixed percentage of the total. For points-based courses, divide points earned by points possible and use the same weighted logic.