How to Use the Grade Needed
- Enter current grade percentage.
- Set target overall grade.
- Set the weight percentage of remaining coursework.
Mathematical Formula Behind Grade Needed
Solves for the required grade on remaining uncompleted coursework.
\text{Score Needed} = \frac{\text{Target} - (\text{Current} \times (1 - W))}{W}Step-by-Step Worked Example
Scenario: Current 76%, target 80%, remaining weight 20%.
(80 - (76 * 0.80)) / 0.20 = (80 - 60.8) / 0.20 = 96.0%.
Outcome: You need a 96% on remaining assignments to finish with an 80% (B-).