📊 Grade Needed to Pass
Enter your current grade, the grade you want, and how much the final exam is worth. We tell you exactly what you need.
Your grade before the final
The grade you want to achieve
How much the final is worth
How the Grade Calculator Works
The formula used is: Required Grade = (Desired Grade − Current Grade × Current Weight) ÷ Final Exam Weight.
For example: If your current grade is 72%, you want an 80%, and the final exam is worth 40% of your grade, then your pre-final work counts for 60%. The calculation would be: (80 − 72 × 0.60) ÷ 0.40 = (80 − 43.2) ÷ 0.40 = 92%.
This tool is especially useful at the end of semester when students want to plan their final exam preparation strategically.