The Credit Hours to Quarter Hour Calculator is a useful tool for students, educators, and academic advisors to convert semester credit hours into quarter hours. This conversion is particularly important for students transferring between institutions that operate on different academic calendars. By using this calculator, users can ensure accurate credit transfer and maintain their academic progress.
Formula of Credit Hours To Quarter Hour Calculator
To calculate the equivalent quarter hours from credit hours, use the following formula:
Where:
- Credit Hours is the number of semester credit hours.
- Quarter Hours is the equivalent number of quarter hours.
This formula provides a straightforward way to convert credit hours into quarter hours.
General Terms Table
Below is a reference table showing common conversions between credit hours and quarter hours:
| Credit Hours | Quarter Hours |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.33 |
| 2 | 2.67 |
| 3 | 4.00 |
| 4 | 5.33 |
| 5 | 6.67 |
| 6 | 8.00 |
| 10 | 13.33 |
| 12 | 16.00 |
This table offers a quick reference for commonly used values.
Example of Credit Hours To Quarter Hour Calculator
Let’s calculate the quarter hours for a student who has completed 9 credit hours.
Using the formula:
Quarter Hours = Credit Hours × 4/3
Substitute the values:
Quarter Hours = 9 × 4/3
Quarter Hours = 36/3 = 12
This means 9 credit hours are equivalent to 12 quarter hours.
Most Common FAQs
This calculator simplifies the process of converting between semester and quarter systems, ensuring that students transferring schools can accurately determine their equivalent credits.
Quarter hours are used in academic institutions that operate on a quarter system, dividing the academic year into four terms. Credit hours are used in semester systems, which typically divide the academic year into two main terms.
Yes, the calculator applies universally to all subjects and courses, as it is based on the standardized academic conversion formula.