Final Exam Grade Needed
Enter current grade, target grade, and the weight of the final.
Need on final
101.7%
Not possible — lower target
How it works
We invert the weighted-average formula to back out the grade you need on the remaining piece.
Formula
Needed = (target − current × (1 − w)) ÷ w
Worked example
Current 85%, target 90%, final 30% → need 101.7% (not possible).
FAQ
- If unreachable?
- Lower the target or seek extra credit.
- Typical final weight?
- 20–40% in most university courses.
- Multiple exams?
- Sum their weights and treat as one.