Hey guys! I'm a little confused about weighted GPAs. I know unweighted is on a 4.0 scale, but what's the maximum weighted GPA you can get? I've heard it can vary depending on the school or the grading system they use, but I want to know what to shoot for. Thank you :)
Hi there! You're right, weighted GPAs can be a bit trickier to figure out since they can vary depending on the school and the grading system used. Generally, weighted GPAs are calculated by giving extra points for taking advanced classes like AP, IB, or Honors courses.
The most common weighted GPA scale goes up to a 5.0 for AP or IB courses, and some schools might go up to a 4.5 for Honors courses. However, there isn't a universal 'maximum' weighted GPA because the specific scale and how it's calculated can vary from school to school.
To give you an idea of a high weighted GPA, anything above a 4.0 is considered excellent, and somewhere around a 4.5 would be seen as outstanding. I suggest reaching out to your school counselor if you want to learn about the specific GPA scale used at your school and what you can aim for in your situation.
Also, remember that colleges recognize that weighted GPAs can differ across schools, and they'll consider your course rigor and individual grades alongside your GPA during the admissions process. Good luck!
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