Weighted Grade Calculator
Dealing with a course where assignments have different values? Our weighted grade calculator is the perfect tool for you. Use this weighted average calculator to get an accurate score when your grade is based on multiple categories with different weights.
Enter Your Grades & Weights
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How to Use a Calculator with Weights
Learn why some assignments impact your final score more than others and how to calculate your grade accurately.
Understanding Grade Weights
In many courses, not all assignments are created equal. A final exam is usually more important (has a higher weight) than a single homework assignment. This is where a grade weight calculator becomes essential. The higher the weight, the more that assignment affects your final grade. If you need a tool for simple percentage calculations, you can use our main grade calculator.
Example of a Weighted System:
- Homework: 15% of your total grade.
- Quizzes: 25% of your total grade.
- Mid-term Exam: 25% of your total grade.
- Final Exam: 35% of your total grade.
This tool allows you to enter each of these components to get an accurate, real-time calculation of your current standing. For specific scenarios, you might need a different tool, like our final grade calculator to see what you need on an exam, or our GPA calculator for your overall academic average.
Questions About Weighted Grades
How do you calculate a weighted average?
To find a weighted average, you multiply each grade by its assigned weight, then sum up all the results. Our weighted average calculator does this complex task for you automatically, saving you time and preventing errors.
Where can I find the weights for my class?
Your course syllabus is the best place to find the weights for all your assignments. If it’s not listed there, ask your teacher or professor. Knowing the correct weights is key to using any grade weight calculator accurately.
Can this calculator handle points or extra credit?
Yes. If your grading is based on points, you can use the points as both the “grade” and the “weight”. For extra credit, add it as a new assignment. For example, if you got 5 extra credit points on an assignment worth 10% of your grade, you can enter Grade: 105% and Weight: 10% in our calculator with weights.