The tool allows students to project their grade point average at a specific educational institution by inputting anticipated grades and course credit hours. For example, a student can use it to determine the GPA impact of achieving an A in a 3-credit course and a B in a 4-credit course.
The value lies in its capacity to provide students with a tangible understanding of how their academic performance translates into a numerical representation of their scholastic standing. This foresight enables proactive academic planning and course selection. Historically, calculating GPA was a manual process, prone to errors and time-consuming. Automated versions provide accuracy and immediate results.