Final Grade Calculator
Calculate what grade you need on your final exam to achieve your target course grade
Calculate Required Final Grade
Percentage of total grade from work completed so far
Final Grade Results
For Desired Grade
Grade needed on final exam to achieve 80%
⚠️ Not achievable - requires more than 100%
To Pass Course
Minimum grade needed to pass with 60%
⚠️ Cannot pass - even 100% on final is insufficient
Grade Breakdown
Current weighted grade: 0.0%
Points already earned: 0.0 out of 70 points
Final exam weight: 30% of total grade
Points remaining: 30 points available
Grade Analysis
Example Calculation
College Math Course
Current grade: 78% (worth 70% of final grade)
Final exam weight: 30% of total grade
Desired final grade: 85%
Passing grade: 70%
Calculation Steps
1. Points already earned: 78% × 70% = 54.6 points
2. Points needed for 85%: 85 - 54.6 = 30.4 points
3. Required final grade: 30.4 ÷ 30% = 101.3%
Result: Not achievable (requires over 100%)
To pass (70%): (70 - 54.6) ÷ 30% = 51.3%
Common Grade Scales
Letter Grades
GPA Scale
Study Tips
Start studying early - don't wait until the last minute
Focus on areas where you scored lowest on previous exams
Create a study schedule and stick to it
Use practice tests and past exams for preparation
Form study groups with classmates
Get enough sleep before the exam
Understanding Final Grade Calculations
How Final Grades Work
Your final course grade is typically a weighted average of all your assessments, including homework, quizzes, midterm exams, and the final exam. Each component has a specific weight that determines its contribution to your overall grade.
Why Calculate Required Grades?
- •Set realistic study goals and manage time effectively
- •Understand if your target grade is achievable
- •Prioritize studying for courses where improvement is possible
- •Reduce anxiety by knowing exactly what you need
Calculation Formula
Required Final Grade = (Target Grade - Current Points) ÷ Final Weight
Where Current Points = Current Grade × Current Weight
Example Calculation
Given: Current grade 85% (70% weight), Final exam (30% weight), Target: 90%
Step 1: Current points = 85% × 70% = 59.5 points
Step 2: Points needed = 90 - 59.5 = 30.5 points
Step 3: Required final = 30.5 ÷ 30% = 101.7% (Not achievable)