A tool designed for students attending a specific institution, located in Detroit, Michigan, allows users to estimate their Grade Point Average (GPA) based on completed coursework. This utility typically requires the input of letter grades and credit hours for each course taken, resulting in a calculated cumulative GPA or a projected GPA based on anticipated grades.
Such a calculation offers students the advantage of monitoring their academic standing and planning for future semesters. By projecting potential GPAs, students can strategically select courses and strive for grades that align with their academic goals, impacting eligibility for scholarships, honors, and specific programs. Historically, the manual computation of this metric was a tedious process, but the advent of online tools has provided increased efficiency and accuracy.