Hey y'all! I'm a junior and I've been hearing a lot about unweighted GPAs lately. How do I find mine? Is there a specific formula or method to calculate it?
Hello! Calculating your unweighted GPA is fairly simple—what you'll need to do is assign each of your regular, honors, and AP/IB courses a numerical value considering only the standard 4.0 scale, regardless of their level. Here's a general guideline to follow:
- For each A, assign 4 points
- For each B, assign 3 points
- For each C, assign 2 points
- For each D, assign 1 point
- For each F, assign 0 points
To calculate your unweighted GPA, first, add up the total points from all your classes. Then, divide the total points by the total number of classes you've taken. This will give you your unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale.
For example, if you've taken 20 classes and have earned a total of 78 points (from the 4.0 scale described above), your unweighted GPA would be 78 (total points) divided by 20 (total classes) = 3.9.
Remember that school-specific grading scales could differ, so make sure you adjust your calculations accordingly, and consult with your school's guidance counselor for more accurate information. Good luck!
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