Course Credit Transfer Calculator - Calculate GPA Conversion & Transfer Credits
Convert your GPA between institutions and calculate how credits transfer with equivalency assessment
Course Credit Transfer Calculator
Transfer Results
What is a Course Credit Transfer Calculator?
A Course Credit Transfer Calculator is a free educational tool that helps students calculate how their course credits and GPA will transfer between institutions. It determines GPA conversions, credit equivalencies, and transfer eligibility.
This calculator works for:
- GPA conversion - Convert between different grading scales
- Credit equivalency - Calculate transferable credit hours
- Transfer eligibility - Assess admission requirements
- Academic planning - Plan your transfer strategy
To calculate your college GPA after transferring, use our College GPA Calculator.
For tracking overall academic performance, check our Cumulative GPA Calculator.
Need to plan your semester-specific performance? Try our Semester GPA Calculator for term-specific tracking.
How Course Credit Transfer Calculator Works
The calculation uses standard transfer formulas:
Where:
- Scale Factor = Ratio between grading scales
- Credit Equivalency = Transfer credit × ratio factor
- Eligibility = Minimum GPA and credit requirements
Key Transfer Concepts
Credit Equivalency
Different systems use semester vs quarter hours affecting credit transfer.
GPA Conversion
Converting between 4.0 scale, percentage, and other grading systems.
Transfer Eligibility
Minimum GPA and credit requirements for transfer admission.
Articulation Agreements
Pre-established credit transfer agreements between institutions.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter Original Info
Input your current credits and GPA
Select Transfer Scale
Choose target institution's grading system
Set Credit Ratio
Select quarter/semester conversion ratio
Get Results
View transfer GPA, credits, and eligibility
Benefits of Using This Calculator
- • Transfer Planning: Understand how your credits will transfer before applying.
- • GPA Conversion: Accurately convert your GPA between different grading scales.
- • Eligibility Assessment: Check if you meet transfer admission requirements.
- • Academic Strategy: Plan your remaining coursework for successful transfer.
Factors That Affect Transfer Results
1. Institutional Policies
Each institution has different transfer credit policies and GPA requirements.
2. Course Equivalency
Not all courses transfer; some may require substitutes or additional coursework.
3. Grading Scale Differences
Conversion between different grading systems can affect your GPA calculation.
4. Credit Hour Systems
Quarter vs semester systems use different credit hour calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How does the course credit transfer calculator work?
A: The calculator converts your GPA between different grading scales and calculates how your credits will transfer to another institution, including equivalency adjustments and transfer eligibility.
Q: What grading scales does this calculator support?
A: The calculator supports common grading scales including 4.0 GPA, percentage-based (100-point), letter grades, and custom scales. You can input your original GPA and convert it to the target institution's scale.
Q: How are credit hours converted between institutions?
A: Credit conversion depends on institutional policies. Some schools use quarter hours, others use semester hours. The calculator helps you understand credit equivalencies and how they affect your GPA calculation.
Q: What factors affect credit transfer eligibility?
A: Transfer eligibility depends on course equivalency, grade requirements, credit limits, and institutional policies. The calculator assesses your transfer credits and provides eligibility estimates.