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GPA goal

Find the GPA you need next term to reach a cumulative GPA target.

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Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

GPA needed next term

3.90 / 4.00

Current cumulative GPA3.40
Target cumulative GPA3.50
Best possible GPA at 4.00 next term3.52
Total credits after next term75

Assumes a 4.0 scale and that every credit counts equally. Grade replacement, pass/fail courses and transfer credits can change the real result.

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What does this tool do?

A cumulative GPA target depends on the credits already earned and the credits still to come. This calculator solves for the next-term GPA required and shows the best GPA still achievable with a 4.0 term.

The Formula

Needed GPA = (Target × Total credits − Current GPA × Earned credits) ÷ New credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I raise my GPA in one term?

It depends on how many credits you already have. More earned credits make the cumulative GPA harder to move, while a larger upcoming credit load gives the new grades more influence.

What if the needed GPA is above 4.0?

A 4.0 term is the usual maximum, so the target is not reachable in one term on that scale. A longer plan or grade replacement may still make it possible.