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Final Grade Calculator

Find out exactly what you need on the final exam to reach your target grade. Free, no sign-up, and it runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent anywhere.

You need on the final
92.0%
If you score 0% on the final
57.4%
Final exam scoreOverall grade
100%87.4%
90%84.4%
80%81.4%
70%78.4%
60%75.4%
50%72.4%

Score at least 92.0% on the final to finish with 85.0%.

Read the full guide: What Do I Need on My Final Exam? Formula and Examples

How to work out the grade you need

Quick answer: To work out the grade you need, enter your current grade, enter the final's weight and enter your target.

  1. Enter your current grade. Your percentage in the course so far.
  2. Enter the final's weight. For example 30% of the course grade.
  3. Enter your target. The overall grade you want, for example 90 for an A.

The formula

Needed = (target − current × (1 − weight)) ÷ weight. With 85% now, a final worth 30% and a 90% target, you need about 101.7%, so an A is out of reach and you'd aim for the next grade.

Frequently asked questions

What if it says over 100%?

The target can't be reached with the final alone. Ask about extra credit, or set a lower target.