How does the GPA calculator at TWU work?

Hey guys, I'm trying to calculate my GPA for Texas Woman's University application. Can someone explain how their GPA calculator works? Is there any specific scale or weighting I need to be aware of?

Hey there! Texas Woman's University (TWU) uses a 4.0 grading scale to calculate GPA. Here's a simplified breakdown of how it works:

1. Assign a point value for each letter grade received:

- A: 4 points

- B: 3 points

- C: 2 points

- D: 1 point

- F: 0 points

2. Multiply the point value by the number of credit hours assigned to each course. This will give you the weighted points for each course.

3. Add up all the weighted points and then divide the sum by the total number of credit hours to get your unweighted GPA.

Do keep in mind that your high school may use a different scale, such as a 5.0 or 6.0 weighted scale due to additional weighting for honors, AP, and IB courses. In that case, you can convert your high school GPA to the 4.0 scale by dividing your weighted GPA by the maximum possible score of your school’s scale (e.g., divide by 5 if your school uses a 5.0 scale).

Furthermore, TWU, like most colleges, uses a holistic review process for evaluating each application, which means your GPA is just one factor considered alongside your extracurricular activities, essays, and other components.

It's always helpful to verify if a university provides a specific GPA calculator on their website or in their admissions materials. If you're unsure, I recommend contacting TWU's admissions office directly to verify the correct method for calculating your GPA, as they can provide the most accurate information.

Good luck with your application!