What Is Cumulative CGPA?
Cumulative CGPA (also called cumulative GPA) is the weighted average of all your semester or term GPAs, based on the number of credit hours completed each term.
Unlike a single semester GPA, cumulative CGPA reflects your entire academic history, not just one term. Semesters with more credit hours have a greater impact on your final CGPA.
How to Use the Cumulative CGPA Calculator
- Enter your semester GPA for each completed term
- Enter the corresponding credit hours for each semester
- Add as many semesters as needed
- The calculator will automatically compute your cumulative CGPA
This calculator assumes standard credit-weighted GPA calculation used by most colleges and universities.
Cumulative CGPA Formula
Cumulative CGPA is calculated using this formula:
Cumulative CGPA = (Σ Semester GPA × Semester Credits) ÷ (Total Credits)
Each semester GPA is multiplied by its credit hours, added together, and then divided by the total number of credits completed.
Example CGPA Calculation
| Semester | GPA | Credit Hours | GPA × Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 3.4 | 15 | 51.0 |
| Semester 2 | 3.7 | 18 | 66.6 |
| Semester 3 | 3.2 | 12 | 38.4 |
| Total | — | 45 | 156.0 |
Cumulative CGPA = 156.0 ÷ 45 = 3.47
Cumulative CGPA vs GPA
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| GPA | Grade Point Average for a single semester or term |
| Cumulative GPA / CGPA | Overall GPA calculated across all semesters |
| SGPA | Semester Grade Point Average (used in some systems) |
Cumulative CGPA always considers credits, while a simple average of GPAs does not.