To find the score you need on a final exam, enter your current grade, the exam’s weight and your target grade into the Grade Calculator. It tells you the minimum exam score required to reach the target.
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How to use the Grade Calculator
- Enter your current grade as a percentage.
- Enter how much the final exam is worth.
- Enter your target grade.
- Read the score you need on the exam.
Worked example
With a current grade of 80%, a final worth 30% and a target of 85%, you need about 96.7% on the final, because (85 – 0.70 x 80) divided by 0.30 is roughly 96.7.
Tips and common mistakes
- If the required score is above 100%, the target may not be reachable.
- Check how your instructor weights each part of the grade.
- Try several targets to see what is realistic.
Frequently asked questions
What does exam weight mean?
The share of your final grade that the exam contributes, such as 30%.
Can the answer be over 100%?
Yes, which means the target cannot be reached with the exam alone.
Is it private?
Yes.