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Final Exam Grade Calculator

By Wiingy on Dec 12, 2023

Updated Aug 11, 2025

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US grading scale
A+:97-100
A:93-96
A-:90-92
B+:87-89
B:83-86
B-:80-82
C+:77-79
C:73-76
C-:70-72
D:60-69
F:<60

How this calculator works

This calculator accepts both percentage grades (like 85) and letter grades (like B+). Just type what you know, and we'll handle the conversion automatically.

Formula: Required Final Score = (Target Grade - Current Grade × (100% - Final Weight)) ÷ Final Weight

Example: If you have B (85%) currently, want A- (90%) overall, and the final is worth 20% of your grade:

  • Current contribution: 85% × 80% = 68%
  • Need from final: 90% - 68% = 22%
  • Required final score: 22% ÷ 20% = 110% (need extra credit!)

Why students improve with tutoring

  • Personalized learning - Target your exact weak points instead of wasting time on what you already know
  • Instant feedback - Fix mistakes immediately rather than repeating errors until the exam
  • Save time - Learn more in 1 hour with a tutor than 3 hours studying alone
  • Test strategies - Learn proven techniques specific to your exam from someone who's mastered it
  • Grade improvement - Most students see a full letter grade improvement within 4-6 weeks

Grade milestones

  • Pass: D (60%+) - Minimum to pass the course
  • Good standing: C (70%+) - Meets basic requirements
  • B average: B (83%+) - Above average performance
  • Dean's list: B+ (87%+) - Recognition for excellence
  • Honors: A- (90%+) - Outstanding achievement
  • High honors: A (93%+) - Exceptional performance

Use our Final Exam Grade Calculator – your personalized tool to strategize for success! Whether you’re aiming for a specific grade or just curious about what’s required to maintain your current standing, our calculator is here to help.


Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Final Exam Grade Calculator

  1. Understand Your Current Standing:
    • Enter your current grade in %
  2. Set Your Target:
    • Decide on the overall grade % you’re aiming for in the course.
  3. Calculate What You Need on the Final:
    • Input the weight of the final exam.
    • Our calculator will compute the grade you need on the final exam to achieve your target course grade.

Method of Final Exam Grade Calculation

Most class grades are made up of several assessments: homework, classwork, tests/quizzes, and the final exam. Usually, each assessment is worth a percentage of your overall grade.

Once you have completed all your assessments except the final exam you will have a current grade.

If you have a target grade in mind you can calculate the required grade you need on the exam using the formula below:

Grade in Final Exam = (Target Grade − Current Grade × (100% − Weight of Final Exam)) / Weight of Final Exam

Why Use Our Calculator?

  • Accurate and Reliable: Get precise calculations based on your inputs.
  • Easy to Use: User-friendly interface for hassle-free calculations.
  • Plan Your Study: Understand what’s needed and plan your study time effectively.
  • Reduce Anxiety: Go into your final exam with a clear goal and reduced stress.

Tip: If you already have your grades and weights for each of your assessments such as homework, quizzes, mid-term, and final exams you can use our Grade Calculator to compute your class grades


FAQs:

Can I use this calculator for any course?

Absolutely! As long as you know the weightage of each grade component and your current grades, you can use this tool for any course.

Is this calculator free to use?

Yes, our Final Exam Grade Calculator is completely free.

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Reviewed by Wiingy

Aug 11, 2025

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