Final Grade Calculator
What do you need on the final? Enter your current grade, the exam’s weight and your target to find the exact score required.
Study tools and GPA trackers
Learn moreThe weighted-average shortcut
Your final grade is a weighted average of your current grade and the exam. Rearranging that formula tells you exactly what the exam must score to hit your target — and whether your goal is even mathematically possible.
How it’s calculated & sources
Needed = (target − current × (1 − weight)) ÷ weight. The “skip the final” figure shows your grade if the exam counted as a zero.
Benchmark: the standard weighted-grade formula used by school gradebooks.
Results update as you type and are general estimates, not personalized financial, tax, medical or legal advice. Verify with a professional.
Worked example
With an 88% going into a final worth 25%, hitting a 90% overall requires about a 96% on the exam — achievable but tough.
Frequently asked questions
What if the needed score is over 100%?
Your target isn’t reachable from the final alone (barring extra credit). The tool flags this so you can set a realistic goal.
Does this handle dropped grades or curves?
No — it assumes a simple weighted average. Adjust your current grade if your syllabus drops a low score or curves.