How can I calculate my GPA for UNC?

I'm applying to the University of North Carolina in the future, and I want to calculate my GPA based on their unique system. Can anyone help me with a reliable calculator that I can use to determine my GPA for UNC?

UNC Chapel Hill calculates weighted GPAs using their own scale, which may be different compared to your high school's system. UNC's calculation focuses on the Weighted Course Rigor Point System, which assigns additional weight to Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Dual Enrollment college courses.

Here's a breakdown of their weighting system:

- A in a standard course: 4.0 points

- A in an Honors course: 4.5 points

- A in an AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment course: 5.0 points

As an example, if you earned an A in an AP course, you'd receive 5.0 points. A B in an Honors course would be 3.5 points, and so on.

To calculate your GPA using the UNC scale, follow these steps:

1. Assign a numerical value to each of your course grades based on the UNC scale provided above. Remember to factor in additional points for weighted classes (Honors, AP, IB, and Dual Enrollment courses).

2. Add up the numerical values for all your courses.

3. Divide the sum by the total number of courses you've taken.

Keep in mind that UNC will consider your GPA within the context of your high school and course rigor. Making sure you have a good balance of challenging courses while maintaining a high GPA will be important.

As for a reliable calculator, there isn't a specific one tailored to UNC's system available online. However, you can follow the steps provided above to calculate your GPA manually. Good luck!