Free General Weighted Average GWA Calculator

Compute your weighted average with subjects, credit units, and grades — fast, accurate, and private.
Enter your subjects, credit units, and final grades below, then click Calculate. Your General Weighted Average is computed as Σ(Grade × Units) ÷ Σ(Units). This free GWA calculator works for colleges and universities, including the Philippines.

Compute Your GWA

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Tip: Grades can be 1.00–5.00 (Philippine scale) or 0–100. Units accept decimals (e.g., 3, 4, 1.5).
Enter subjects, credit units, and final grades
#Subject (optional)UnitsFinal Grade×

Weighted Sum (Σ Grade × Units)

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Total Units (Σ Units)

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Your GWA

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Why use this General Weighted Average calculator?

  • Instant, accurate computation based on the official formula.
  • Perfect for scholarship, dean’s list, and honors eligibility checks.
  • Designed for colleges and universities (including the Philippines).
  • Works with both percentage and 1.00–5.00 grading scales.

You Know That?

Many schools weigh laboratory or capstone courses higher because they carry more credit units. A grade of 2.00 in a 5-unit subject can influence your GWA more than a 1.50 in a 2-unit subject.

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How to Use the GWA calculator

  1. Click + Add Subject for each course.
  2. Type the Units (e.g., 3) and your Final Grade (e.g., 1.75 or 92).
  3. Press Calculate. The tool computes Σ(Grade × Units), Σ Units, and your GWA.
  4. Use Download CSV to save your entries and results.

All calculations run locally in your browser. We do not store any data.

The General Weighted Average Formula

Formula: GWA = Σ(Grade × Units) ÷ Σ(Units)

Example:

  • Subject A: 3 units × 1.75 = 5.25
  • Subject B: 2 units × 2.00 = 4.00
  • Subject C: 3 units × 1.50 = 4.50

GWA: (5.25 + 4.00 + 4.50) ÷ 8 = 1.72

Where this GWA computation is used

  • Scholarships and financial aid screening
  • Dean’s list and academic honors
  • Graduation and retention requirements
  • Transferring and program applications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good GWA?

A GWA of 1.75 or better is typically considered excellent and may qualify for the dean’s list, depending on your university.

Is GWA the same as GPA?

No. GPA and GWA are both weighted averages, but GPA is common in the US while GWA is widely used in the Philippines and some Asian universities.

Does this work with percentage grades?

Yes. Enter your percentage as the grade and ensure the same scale is used across subjects.

Can I use this for my college?

Yes. This General Weighted Average calculator follows the standard weighted mean formula used by most colleges and universities.