Understanding MGM Tier Points and Their Calculation
MGM Rewards is a loyalty program that allows members to earn points and benefits across MGM Resorts properties. A key component of the program is "Tier Credits," often colloquially referred to as "Tier Points." These credits determine your MGM Rewards Tier status (Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Noir), which unlocks various perks and advantages. The calculation of Tier Points is primarily based on your spending and gaming activity.
How Tier Points are Calculated
The fundamental way to earn Tier Points is by wagering at MGM properties. The rate at which you earn points can vary depending on the type of game and the specific resort, but a common baseline is provided by MGM Resorts. For simplicity in many calculators, we use a generalized rate.
The Core Formula:
The basic formula to estimate the Tier Points earned is:
Estimated Tier Points = Total Wagered Amount ($) × Points Earned Per Dollar Wagered
Input Variables Explained:
Total Wagered Amount ($): This represents the sum of all money you have bet or wagered during your visit or over a specific period. It's not necessarily the amount you lost, but the total volume of play.
Points Earned Per Dollar Wagered: This is the conversion rate provided by MGM Rewards. For slot machines, it's often 1 Tier Point per $1 wagered. For video poker, table games, and other forms of play, this rate might be different (e.g., 4x or 5x the Tier Credits earned on slots for video poker). However, for general point estimation, the standard 1 point per $1 is a common starting point, and users can adjust this input if they know a specific multiplier for their play style or game type.
Example Calculation
Let's say you visit a Las Vegas MGM property and play slots, wagering a total of $5,000 throughout your stay. You know that for slots, you earn 1 Tier Point for every $1 wagered.
Using the calculator:
Total Wagered Amount: $5,000
Points Earned Per Dollar Wagered: 1
Calculation: $5,000 × 1 = 5,000 Tier Points.
If you were playing video poker and knew the rate was effectively 4 Tier Points per dollar wagered on that game, you would input 4 for "Points Earned Per Dollar Wagered." For example, wagering $5,000 on video poker at that rate would yield $5,000 × 4 = 20,000 Tier Points.
Why Use This Calculator?
This calculator serves as a helpful tool for MGM Rewards members to:
Estimate how many Tier Points they might earn based on their expected play.
Set goals for achieving higher tier statuses.
Understand the relationship between their wagering activity and loyalty status progression.
Remember that actual Tier Point earnings can vary, and it's always best to consult the official MGM Rewards program details for the most accurate information regarding point accrual rates for different games and activities.
function calculateTierPoints() {
var betAmountInput = document.getElementById("betAmount");
var pointsPerDollarInput = document.getElementById("pointsPerDollar");
var resultDisplay = document.getElementById("result-value");
var betAmount = parseFloat(betAmountInput.value);
var pointsPerDollar = parseFloat(pointsPerDollarInput.value);
// Input validation
if (isNaN(betAmount) || betAmount < 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid positive number for the Total Wagered Amount.");
resultDisplay.textContent = "Error";
return;
}
if (isNaN(pointsPerDollar) || pointsPerDollar < 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid positive number for Points Earned Per Dollar Wagered.");
resultDisplay.textContent = "Error";
return;
}
var totalTierPoints = betAmount * pointsPerDollar;
// Display the result, formatted to two decimal places if necessary, but often whole numbers are preferred for points.
// We'll display as a whole number for simplicity and clarity.
resultDisplay.textContent = Math.round(totalTierPoints).toLocaleString();
}