Course Credit Calculator

Add your completed courses with their credit values and course type (major, minor, elective, or general education). The calculator totals your completed credits and compares them to your degree requirement (typically 120-130 credits for a bachelor's degree). The progress percentage shows how close you are to graduation—for example, 60 credits completed out of 120 required equals 50% progress.

Credit types categorize courses for degree planning: Major credits are courses in your primary field of study (usually 30-60 credits). Minor credits are for your secondary concentration (typically 15-24 credits). General Education (Gen Ed) credits fulfill broad requirements like writing, math, and humanities. Electives are courses you choose freely to reach your total credit requirement. Most degrees require a specific mix of each type.

Full-time students typically take 12-18 credits per semester, with 15 credits being the standard for graduating in 4 years (120 credits ÷ 8 semesters = 15 per semester). Taking 12 credits is the minimum for full-time status at most schools. Some students take 18+ credits to graduate early or accommodate double majors. Consider your work schedule, course difficulty, and extracurriculars when planning your load.

The calculator compares your current progress to the expected progress for your year in school. If you're a sophomore (4 semesters completed) and should have 60 credits but only have 48, you're behind schedule. 'On track' means you're meeting the credits-per-semester needed to graduate on time. 'Ahead of schedule' means you've accumulated more credits than expected, possibly through summer courses, AP credits, or heavier course loads.

Credit requirements vary by degree: Associate degrees typically require 60-64 credits (2 years). Bachelor's degrees require 120-130 credits (4 years). Some programs like engineering or nursing may require 130-140+ credits. Graduate programs vary widely. Check your specific program requirements, as some majors have additional credit requirements beyond the university minimum. Transfer credits, AP/IB credits, and CLEP exams can reduce the courses you need to take.