Final Grade calculator

Understanding Final Grade Calculations

This calculator helps you determine what score you need on your final exam to achieve your desired overall course grade. It's a valuable tool for setting realistic goals and managing your study time effectively.

How It Works

The calculation uses this formula:

For example, if you currently have an 85% in a class (worth 70% of your grade) and you want an overall grade of 90%, with the final exam worth 30% of your grade, you would need:

This means you would need over 100% on the final exam, which might require extra credit to achieve.

Important Considerations

• Weights must add up to 100%: Your current grade weight plus your final exam weight should equal 100%
• Realistic expectations: If the calculator shows you need more than 100%, you may need to adjust your target grade
• Extra credit: Some courses offer extra credit that could help you exceed the normal maximum points
• Grading scales: Be aware of your instructor's grading scale (some use curves or different percentage-to-letter conversions)

Common Grading Scale

Percentage	Letter Grade	GPA Value
93-100%	A	4.0
90-92%	A-	3.7
87-89%	B+	3.3
83-86%	B	3.0
80-82%	B-	2.7
77-79%	C+	2.3
73-76%	C	2.0
70-72%	C-	1.7
67-69%	D+	1.3
63-66%	D	1.0
60-62%	D-	0.7
0-59%	F	0.0

Tips for Final Exam Success

1. Know what you need: Use this calculator early to set a clear, realistic goal
2. Strategic studying: Focus more on high-point-value topics
3. Talk to your instructor: If you're close to a grade threshold, discuss potential extra credit opportunities
4. Time management: Allocate study time based on the grade you need to achieve
5. Realistic expectations: If you need an extremely high score, consider prioritizing other courses where improvement is more achievable