78 so far, aiming for 85
Input Current grade 78%, 60% of the course completed, target 85%.
Result You already hold 46.8 points, so the remaining 40% needs 95.5% and the best possible final grade is 86.8%.
Grade Needed Calculator
Study & MathWork out the score the remaining exams and assignments need for the final grade you are aiming for.
Your inputs
Result
Score needed on the rest
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%
- Weighted points earned — %
- Best final grade still possible — %
- Points short of the target — %
Change any input and the result updates instantly.
Formula and rules
- Weighted points earned = current grade × completed weight ÷ 100
- Remaining weight = 100 − completed weight
- Score needed = (target − earned) ÷ remaining weight × 100
- Best final grade = earned + remaining weight, which is what you get by scoring 100% on everything left
- A needed score above 100 means the target is out of reach, and a negative number means it is already secured
Worked examples
92 so far, aiming for 90
Input Current grade 92%, 70% completed, target 90%.
Result 64.4 of the 90 points are secured, so the last 30% needs 85.3% to hit the target.
60 so far, aiming for 90
Input Current grade 60%, 50% completed, target 90%.
Result The remaining half would need 120%, which is impossible — 80% is the ceiling for this course.
FAQ
What does a needed score above 100 mean?
It means the target cannot be reached with the points still available. Check the best final grade output to see the ceiling, and adjust the target or ask about extra credit.
How do I know the weight already completed?
Use the syllabus. If the midterm is worth 30% and assignments 30%, and both are graded, the completed weight is 60%. Only count work that has a final score.
Does this work if my teacher uses total points instead of percentages?
Yes, if you convert. Divide the points earned so far by the points possible so far to get the current percentage, and treat the remaining points as the remaining weight share.
Disclaimer: Results follow the formula shown on this page and are for reference only. Real-world quantities vary with materials, technique and conditions, so allow a margin before ordering.