Extra Credit Calculator

Falling short of your goal? Calculate the extra credit you need and check if it's within what's available.

Extra Credit Calculator

How to use it

Enter your current grade, your target grade, and the maximum extra credit available. The calculator shows the gap and whether the available extra credit can close it.

Formula

Extra credit needed = Target − Current

Examples

Example: Current 82%, target 90%. Gap = 8%. If max extra credit is 5%, it isn't enough.

Example: Current 87%, target 90%. Gap = 3%. With 5% extra credit available, it's achievable.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as extra credit?
Bonus assignments, corrections, or participation points your instructor offers beyond the standard work.
How much can extra credit raise my grade?
Only up to the maximum the instructor allows — enter that cap to see if your target is reachable.
What if extra credit won't be enough?
Focus on the remaining graded work instead, or ask your instructor about additional opportunities.

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