A grade point average (GPA) calculation tool specific to the University of Maine’s grading system helps students determine their academic standing. It typically requires inputting course grades and credit hours to generate a weighted average reflecting academic performance. For example, earning an “A” in a four-credit course contributes more significantly to the GPA than an “A” in a one-credit course.
Understanding academic standing is crucial for scholarships, academic probation, and graduate school applications. Such tools provide students with the agency to monitor their progress, predict future GPA based on anticipated grades, and make informed decisions about course selection and workload. Historically, GPA calculations were tedious manual processes. Digital calculators, especially those tailored to a specific institution’s grading scale, significantly streamline this process, offering efficiency and accuracy.
