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