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Estimate to Complete Calculator

Calculate the forecast cost remaining from the status date to project completion.

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Calculate the forecast cost remaining from the status date to project completion.

Forecast total project cost.
Cost incurred to date.
Display currency.
Methodology note. Formulas are based on established Earned Value Management terminology. Core references include Project Management Institute (PMI) educational resources and U.S. Department of Energy EVM guidance. Last reviewed: August 14, 2026. Read methodology · View sources

Estimate to Complete formula

ETC = EAC − AC

ETC is the forecast cost of the remaining work. If EAC comes from a scenario model, keep the same forecast assumption when interpreting ETC.

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