Grit Scale (GRIT-12)
12-item grit assessment measuring passion & perseverance (Duckworth, 2007)
How gritty are you? The Grit Scale, developed by psychologist Angela Duckworth, measures your passion and perseverance for long-term goals. 12 questions, takes about 5 minutes. Research shows grit is a more reliable predictor of success than IQ or talent in many domains.
<p><strong>Grit</strong> is passion and perseverance for long-term goals. Research shows grit often predicts success better than IQ or talent. West Point, National Spelling Bee, Ivy League — the most successful weren't the smartest, they were the grittiest.</p><p class=note><strong>Note:</strong> Self-assessment tool only. Not a clinical diagnosis.</p>
Scoring Guide
Scoring: 5-point Likert (1=Not like me at all → 5=Very much like me). Consistency of Interest (#1,3,5,6,10,11) reverse-scored. Total Grit = average of all 12 items. Range 1-5. Reference: Duckworth (2007) M=3.4, SD=0.7. Note: self-assessment only.
Result Interpretation
After completing the 12 questions, you'll receive an immediate, detailed report with:
- Your score — calculated automatically based on your responses
- Score interpretation — what your score means in practical terms
- Context — how your results compare to general population norms where available
All results are displayed instantly on screen. No account, email, or login required.