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Required exam grade calculator

Required exam grade calculator: Weighting is linear.

Your result

Complete the fields and calculate.

Calculation method and formula

(Target grade − Current grade × Current weight [%] ÷ 100) ÷ (Exam weight [%] ÷ 100)

Understand the inputs

Current grade
Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Current weight
Unit: %. Minimum 0. Maximum 100. Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Exam weight
Unit: %. Minimum 0.01. Maximum 100. Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Target grade
Use a measured value or your own assumption.

Assumptions and limitations

Weighting is linear. The institution defines grading scales, pass marks and rounding. For the required exam grade, the two weights must add to 100%.

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

Worked example

Illustrative values. Replace them with your own inputs for your calculation.

Current grade
2.3
Current weight
60 %
Exam weight
40 %
Target grade
2.0
Example result1.55 required exam grade

The calculation assumes linear weighting of current work and the exam.

Model revision: October 17, 2026 · How CleverCalc works

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does Required exam grade calculator work?+

(Target grade − Current grade × Current weight [%] ÷ 100) ÷ (Exam weight [%] ÷ 100). Weighting is linear. The institution defines grading scales, pass marks and rounding. For the required exam grade, the two weights must add to 100%.

What assumptions should I consider for this result?+

Weighting is linear. The institution defines grading scales, pass marks and rounding. For the required exam grade, the two weights must add to 100%. The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

How accurate is the result?+

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation. Prices, measurements and model assumptions determine how well the result represents your situation.

Is this calculator free?+

Yes. Calculations and PDF export work without an account or registration.

What happens to my inputs?+

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