Maryland GPA Calculator?

Hey guys, I'm trying to figure out my weighted GPA for Maryland high schools. Is there a specific Maryland GPA calculator I can use to find out my weighted GPA? Any input would be much appreciated, thanks in advance!

While there isn't a specific "Maryland GPA calculator," you can calculate your weighted GPA using a general weighted GPA scale. In Maryland, the GPA scale typically ranges from 4.0 for regular courses to 5.0 for honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. However, this scale may vary between high schools, so it's important to check with your school's guidance office for the most accurate information.

Here's a step-by-step process to calculate your weighted GPA:

1. Assign a point value to each course grade: A common scale is A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, and F=0 for regular courses. For honors and other advanced courses, add an additional point (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, and F=0).

2. Multiply the point value by the credit hours: Most courses are worth one credit hour, but some might be worth more (e.g., a year-long course), so be sure to use the correct credit hours in your calculation.

3. Sum the products from step 2 for all courses.

4. Add up the total credit hours of all your courses.

5. Divide the sum from step 3 by the sum from step 4. This will give you your weighted GPA.

Remember that each high school might have different grade weights for honors, AP, IB, or other advanced courses. It's important to consult your school's guidance office to make sure you're using the correct weights.

After calculating your weighted GPA, keep in mind that colleges may recalculate it based on their own specific criteria, but having a general understanding of your own weighted GPA will be helpful as you consider your application strategy.