The MyGrades blog
Practical guides on GPA, grades, and studying smarter - so the number on your transcript reflects the work you put in.
Will I Pass This Class? How to Project Your Grade Before Finals
You don't have to wait until grades post to know how a class will end. Here's how to project your worst case, best case, and most likely final grade - with the exact math.
What Is a WAM? How to Calculate Your Weighted Average Mark
WAM is the number Australian universities actually use - here's what it means, the exact formula, a worked example, and how it differs from a GPA.
How to Raise Your GPA: A Realistic Plan That Works
Why your GPA moves slower over time, how to set a goal you can actually hit, and the term-by-term plan to raise your GPA - with the math to back it up.
How to Calculate a Weighted Grade
Learn the weighted grade formula, see a worked example, and avoid the common mistake that makes your current class grade look wrong.
Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA: What's the Difference?
Weighted and unweighted GPA can describe the same report card with two different numbers. Here's what each means and which one schools care about.
What Do I Need on My Final? (How to Actually Work It Out)
The simple formula for figuring out exactly what score you need on your final exam to get the grade you want - plus the mistakes that throw students off.
How to Calculate Your GPA (Step by Step)
A clear, no-nonsense guide to calculating your GPA on the 4.0 scale - with worked examples and the exact formula colleges use.
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