Final Grade Calculator – See What You Need to Pass
See your live grade, then find out exactly what you need on your final exam and view a full battle plan of all possible outcomes.
1. Your Current Grade
2. Your Final Goal
How to Use the Final Grade Calculator
Eliminate exam-week stress by creating a clear, actionable study plan. Here's how to use our strategic tool.
Enter Current Grade
Input your current percentage grade in the class before the final exam.
Enter Exam Weight
Input the weight of your final exam as a percentage of your total grade (e.g., 20% is entered as 20).
Set Your Goal
Enter the final grade you want to achieve in the class, then click "Calculate" to see the required exam score.
Go Beyond Calculating, Start Strategizing
This calculator is more than just a math tool—it's a command center for your academic success.
- Get a Clear Target: Instantly know the exact score you need on your final, transforming vague hopes into a concrete goal.
- Prioritize Your Study Time: See if your goal is easily achievable or requires intensive focus, helping you allocate your study hours effectively across all your classes.
- Explore All Outcomes: The scenario grid gives you a "battle plan," showing you the exam scores needed for an A, B, C, or a passing grade, so you know all your options.
A Complete Battle Plan
How is the Required Grade Calculated?
The calculator uses a straightforward weighted average formula to determine the score you need on the final exam.
Let's break it down:
- First, we determine the weight of your current grade. If your final is worth 20%, your current grade is worth the other 80%.
- We multiply your current grade by its weight. (e.g.,
85% × 0.80 = 68). This is how many points you've "banked" toward your final grade. - We subtract these banked points from your desired grade (e.g.,
90 - 68 = 22). This is how many points you still need to earn from the final exam. - Finally, we divide the points you still need by the exam's weight (e.g.,
22 / 0.20 = 110). This gives you the score you need on the final—in this case, 110%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers to common questions about calculating your final grade.
What if the calculator says my goal is "Impossible"?
This means that even if you score a perfect 100% on the final exam, your final grade in the class will still be lower than your desired grade. It's a sign that your current grade is too low to reach that specific target with the remaining weight of the final.
What does "Goal Achieved" mean?
This means your current grade is already high enough to guarantee your desired grade, even if you score a 0% on the final exam. Congratulations, you've already met your goal for the course!
What if my final is composed of multiple parts?
You should combine all the parts into a single "final exam" category. For example, if you have a final presentation worth 10% and a final test worth 15%, you would enter the "Final Exam Weight" as 25 (10 + 15). You would also need to calculate your "Current Grade" based on all coursework *except* those two final components.