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Final Grade Calculator
Quickly determine the minimum score you need on your final exam to achieve your desired overall course grade. A simple, essential tool for all students planning for their finals.
Inputs
Enter the required values to calculate.
Result
The calculated result will appear here.
Enter values and click calculate to see the result.
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Understanding the Final Grade Calculator
This is a crucial tool for any student trying to plan their studying and manage their academic goals. It answers the critical question: "What grade do I need on my final exam to get the grade I want in the class?"
The Formula Behind the Scenes
The calculator uses a simple algebraic formula to find the required grade:
Required Grade = [ (Goal Grade) - (Current Grade * (1 - Final Weight)) ] / (Final Weight)
- Goal Grade: The overall percentage you want to achieve in the course.
- Current Grade: Your weighted average grade for all assignments *before* the final exam. If you're not sure what this is, you can use our Course & Final Grade Calculator.
- Final Weight: The percentage that the final exam is worth (e.g., if the final is 25% of the grade, you would enter 25). You can find this in your course syllabus.
Interpreting the Results
- If the result is between 0 and 100, that's the score you need on the final.
- If the result is over 100, it's mathematically impossible to achieve your goal.
- If the result is less than 0, you've already achieved your goal grade, even if you get a zero on the final!