How to find my unweighted GPA?

Hi guys! I know my weighted GPA, but some colleges ask for an unweighted GPA. How do I calculate my unweighted GPA from my weighted one? Any formulas or tips? Thanks a lot!

Calculating your unweighted GPA from your weighted GPA isn't as simple as reversing a formula, but don't worry – you can still find your unweighted GPA with some information from your transcript. Here's what you need to do:

1. Obtain your transcript: This should have a detailed breakdown of all the courses you've taken, including the final grades and the credit hours for each course.

2. Differentiate between Honors/AP/IB classes and regular classes: Unweighted GPA is calculated based on a 4.0 scale, and it usually doesn't consider the difficulty of the class (e.g. honors, AP, or IB classes). So, on your transcript, identify which classes are normal and which are honors/AP/IB.

3. Assign a point value to each of your final grades: You'll need to convert your letter grades to numeric values based on a 4.0 scale. Generally, use this conversion: A (4.0), B (3.0), C (2.0), D (1.0), and F (0.0). Your school may have a slightly different grading scale, so make sure to follow your school's specific scale.

4. Calculate your total grade points: Multiply the point value of each class by the number of credit hours. Then, sum all these products to find the total grade points earned.

5. Calculate total credit hours: Add up the total number of credit hours of all your classes.

6. Divide total grade points by total credit hours: Finally, take the total grade points earned and divide it by the total credit hours to get your unweighted GPA.

For example, let's say you took five classes, and these were your grades and credit hours:

1. Math (regular): A, 1 credit;

2. English (regular): B, 1 credit;

3. History (AP): A-, 1 credit; (treat as regular class for unweighted GPA)

4. Science (honors): B+, 1 credit; (treat as regular class for unweighted GPA)

5. Art (regular): A, 1 credit.

We get:

1. Math: (4.0) x 1 = 4;

2. English: (3.0) x 1 = 3;

3. History: (3.7) x 1 = 3.7;

4. Science: (3.3) x 1 = 3.3;

5. Art: (4.0) x 1 = 4.

Total grade points = 4 + 3 + 3.7 + 3.3 + 4 = 18

Total credit hours = 5

Unweighted GPA = Total grade points / Total credit hours = 18 / 5 = 3.6

Please note that this is a simplified example – your specific school might follow a slightly different grading scale or have a unique credit hour system. Make sure to consult your school guidelines when performing these calculations.