Midterm Grade Calculator
Last updated: August 4, 2026
See what your midterm score does to your course grade, or what you need on it.
Midterms and your grade
Enter the midterm’s weight as the “final exam weight” field and your target to find the midterm score you need.
The formula
needed = (target − current × (1 − weight)) ÷ weight, weight as a decimal.
Worked example
At 80% with remaining work worth 30% and a target of 85%: needed = (85 − 80 × 0.70) ÷ 0.30 = 96.7%.
Frequently asked questions
What do I enter for weight?
The combined share of your grade that the remaining work (or exam) counts for, as a percentage.
What if the result is over 100%?
Your target can’t be reached from the remaining work alone — adjust the target or seek extra credit.
Is this free and private?
Yes — free, no sign-up, and all maths runs locally in your browser.
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