Cumulative GPA Calculator (Chico State)
How to Use this CGPA Calculator
This GPA Calculator allows you to easily compute your Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) and Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). Follow the instructions below to use the calculator:
Enter Grades for the Current Semester:
- For each course, enter the number of credits and the corresponding grade received.
Enter Course Description (Optional):
- Check the "Show Course Description fields" box if you want to enter descriptions for your courses. This can help you keep track of your grades more easily.
Add More Courses (If Needed):
- Click on the "Add Row" button to add additional rows for more courses. You can add up to 50 courses if required.
Enter Prior Cumulative GPA:
- To calculate the resultant Cumulative GPA at the end of the semester enter the prior Cumulative GPA and the earned credits values into the Prior Cumulative GPA section
Calculate Cumulative GPA:
- After entering all the necessary information, press the "Calculate" button. This will display the total credits, total grade points, and the calculated Semester and Cumulative GPA values.
- The calculator automatically converts letter/alpha grades to numerical values based on a 4.0 scale. Refer to the table below for the conversion.
Save Calculation:
- The calculator saves your calculated results in your browser's cookies. Alternatively, you can use the "Get Link" button to generate a permanent short URL for this page with all your entered data. The link is shortened using the Bitly service. Keep in mind that the shortened links are public yet anonymous. Make sure to save the QR code or bookmark the short link if you want to return to your calculation later.
This grading system is used at California State University, Chico (Chico State)
| Letter Grade | Grade Points |
| A | 4 |
| A- | 3.7 |
| B+ | 3.3 |
| B | 3 |
| B- | 2.7 |
| C+ | 2.3 |
| C | 2 |
| C- | 1.7 |
| D+ | 1.3 |
| D | 1 |
| F | 0 |
Information Source:
California State University, Chico (Chico State) - Academic Policies and Regulations
See also:
Grade Converter
Final Grade Calculator
Target GPA Calculator
Note: This is NOT an official Grade Point Average (GPA) calculator. This tool is intended for evaluation and planning purposes only. Contact your school or institution for an exact GPA determination.
