Weighted Grade Calculator

Calculate your true course grade when homework, quizzes, midterms, and finals all count differently. Enter each category, your grade, and its weight.

Add your grade categories Weights must total 100%
Frequently asked questions
What is a weighted grade? ›
A weighted grade accounts for the fact that not all assignments count equally toward your final grade. For example, if your final exam is worth 50% of your grade, it impacts your overall score much more than a homework assignment worth 10%. Weighted grade = sum of (each category grade × its weight percentage).
How do I calculate a weighted grade? ›
Multiply each category's grade by its weight percentage, add all the results together, then divide by 100. For example: Homework 88% × 20% = 17.6, Midterm 82% × 30% = 24.6, Final 91% × 50% = 45.5 → total = 87.7%. This calculator does all that math for you automatically.
What if my weights don't add up to 100%? ›
Your category weights must total exactly 100% for an accurate weighted average. If they don't, the calculator will warn you. Common mistakes include forgetting a category, doubling a weight, or rounding individual weights. Adjust until the total shows 100%.
How is a weighted grade different from a simple average? ›
A simple average treats every assignment equally regardless of size or importance. A weighted average respects the relative importance of each category. If your finals are worth more than quizzes — as is typical — a simple average would understate the impact of your exam score on your final grade.

About this weighted grade calculator

This calculator computes your true course grade when different assignment categories have different weights. Just enter each category (homework, quizzes, midterm, final exam, etc.), your grade in each, and its weight. The calculator checks that your weights sum to 100% and gives you your accurate final grade.