Weighted Grade Calculator
Calculate your class grade using weighted averages. Perfect for courses where exams, homework, and projects count for different percentages of your total score.
How Weighted Grades Work
In a weighted grading system, not all assignments are created equal. A final exam worth 40% of your grade impacts your GPA four times as much as a homework assignment worth 10%.
Calculation Formula
To calculate a weighted grade, multiply each score by its weight percentage, sum them up, and divide by the total weight sum.
Example Scenario
| Category | Grade | Weight | Calculation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homework | 90% | 20% | 90 × 0.20 = 18.0 |
| Quizzes | 80% | 20% | 80 × 0.20 = 16.0 |
| Midterm | 75% | 30% | 75 × 0.30 = 22.5 |
| Final Exam | 85% | 30% | 85 × 0.30 = 25.5 |
| Total | 100% | 82.0% (B) |
Why Weighted Grades Matter
Understanding weights helps you prioritize. If you have a massive final project worth 50% and a weekly quiz worth 2%, you know where to focus your study time. Use this calculator to simulate "what-if" scenarios: "If I get a 100 on the final, can I still get an A?"
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my weights don't add up to 100?
This calculator automatically handles that by dividing by the total weight you entered. So if you've only completed 60% of the course coursework so far, it will show you your current meaningful average based on that 60%.
How do I calculate my final grade needed?
Use our Final Grade Calculator. It's designed specifically to answer "What do I need on the final to get an A?".