Final Grade Needed and Required Exam Score Calculator
Shows what you need on the final to reach a target grade in the course.
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The formula
needed = (target − current × (1 − w)) ÷ w
w is the weight of the final as a fraction. Your current grade should cover all the work outside the final.
What to watch out for
Use the grade calculator first if you do not know your current grade. For marks rather than percentages, use the marks needed to pass calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need on my final?
With 82% going in, a final worth 30% and a target of 85%, you need 92.00%.
What does it mean if the answer is above 100%?
The target cannot be reached on those weights without extra credit. Look at the score that full marks would give, and set your sights on the best grade within reach.
What is the required exam score if the exam is worth half?
With 70% going in and a 50% exam, a 75% course grade takes 80.00% on the exam.