GPA Calculator — 4.5 / 4.3 / 4.0 Scale + Scholarship Threshold Comparison
Enter course names, credits, and grades (A+ to F) to instantly calculate your GPA on a 4.5, 4.3, or 4.0 scale. Visual bar chart, scholarship threshold comparison (3.5 / 3.8 / 4.0), and instant interpretation included.
Scholarship Eligibility
Grade Distribution
Grade Distribution
Dashed lines = scholarship thresholds
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the difference between 4.5, 4.3, and 4.0 GPA scales?
On a 4.5 scale, A+ = 4.5. On a 4.3 scale, A+ = 4.3. On the US 4.0 scale, A+ and A both equal 4.0. Other grades (A-, B+, etc.) are typically identical across all three scales. Check your school's grading policy.
Q. What GPA do I need for a scholarship?
Most Korean universities require 4.0+ for full scholarships, 3.8+ for half scholarships, and 3.5+ for academic honors. Requirements vary — always check your school's official policy.
Q. How much does an A+ vs. A0 affect my GPA?
On a 4.5 scale, A+ (4.5) vs A0 (4.0) is a 0.5-point difference per credit. For a 3-credit course, that's 1.5 points in the weighted sum, which directly lowers your cumulative GPA.
Q. How do I account for a retaken course?
If retaking a course replaces your original grade, simply input the new grade. This calculator uses only the grades you enter.
Q. How do I handle Pass/Fail courses?
P/F courses are generally excluded from GPA calculations. Omit them from this calculator and only enter letter-graded courses for an accurate result.
Q. How does US GPA differ from Korean university grades?
The US typically uses a 4.0 scale (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0). Korea commonly uses 4.5 or 4.3 scales with + and - increments. Select the matching scale for accurate conversion.
How to Use
Choose 4.5, 4.3, or 4.0 depending on your university's grading system.
Input course name, credit hours (1–5), and grade (A+ to F). Click "+ Add Course" to add more rows.
The result card at the top shows your cumulative GPA and total credits, updated in real time.
See whether your GPA meets full (4.0), half (3.8), or honors (3.5) scholarship thresholds, and review the grade bar chart.
Expert Knowledge: GPA Calculator — 4.5 / 4.3 / 4.0 Scale + Scholarship Threshold Comparison
GPA (Grade Point Average) is the weighted average of letter grade points, each multiplied by its credit hours, then divided by total credits. Most Korean universities use a 4.5 scale; some (e.g., Korea University) use 4.3. For US graduate school applications, the WES (World Education Services) standard converts a Korean 4.0/4.5 to approximately 3.55 on the US 4.0 scale. To remain competitive for STEM graduate programs in the US, aim for at least 4.0/4.5 (~88%) on the Korean scale.
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