How to Use the Rutgers GPA Calculator?

1. Enter Course Information

• In the table provided, enter the name of each course you’re taking this semester.
• Input the number of credits for each course. At Rutgers, most courses are worth 3 or 4 credits, but this can vary.
• Select the letter grade you received (or expect to receive) for each course from the dropdown menu.

2. Add More Courses

• If you’re taking more than one course, click the “Add Course” button to add more rows to the table.
• Continue entering course information for all your classes.

3. Prior GPA and Credits (for Cumulative GPA)

• If you want to calculate your cumulative GPA, enter your prior cumulative GPA in the “Prior Cumulative GPA” field.
• Also enter your total credits earned prior to this semester in the “Prior Total Credits” field.
• If you’re a first-semester student or only want to calculate your semester GPA, you can leave these fields blank.

4. Calculate Your GPA

Once you’ve entered all your course information (and prior GPA/credits if applicable), click the “Calculate GPA” button.

5. Interpret the Results

• The calculator will display your Semester GPA based on the courses you entered.
• If you provided prior GPA and credits, it will also show your new Cumulative GPA.
• Read the explanation below the results for context on what the numbers mean.

The calculator uses Rutgers’ official grading scale: A (4.0), B+ (3.5), B (3.0), C+ (2.5), C (2.0), D (1.0), and F (0.0).

Remember that some courses might be pass/fail or have different grading schemes, which aren’t factored into this basic GPA calculation.

This GPA calculator is a valuable tool for Rutgers students to estimate their academic performance and plan their academic strategies. By regularly calculating and monitoring your GPA, you can stay on top of your academic goals and make informed decisions about your course load and study habits.