Hey all! I'm thinking about applying to Hampton University and I'm trying to calculate my GPA according to their scale. I've heard they have a GPA calculator tool on their website, but I'm not sure how it works. Can anyone please explain the process or share a link to the calculator?
Hello! Hampton University uses a 4.0 GPA scale, which you can use to calculate your GPA. While they don't have an official GPA calculator on their website, you can still calculate your GPA manually or find a generic GPA calculator online that will help you calculate your GPA according to the 4.0 scale.
To calculate your GPA manually, follow these steps:
1. Convert each of your course letter grades to the corresponding grade points for the 4.0 scale:
A = 4.0, A- = 3.7, B+ = 3.3, B = 3.0, B- = 2.7, C+ = 2.3, C = 2.0, C- = 1.7, D+ = 1.3, D = 1.0, F = 0.
2. Multiply the grade points you obtained for each course by the number of credit hours that course is worth, which will give you the weighted grade points for each course.
3. Add up all the weighted grade points.
4. Add up the total number of credit hours you've completed.
5. Divide the sum of the weighted grade points by the total number of credit hours.
This will give you your cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. Remember, for a more accurate estimation, it's vital to consider how Hampton University weighs different courses (e.g., honors, AP, IB). If you find this process complicated, using an online GPA calculator is a more convenient alternative. There are many generic GPA calculators available online that you can use.
Just keep in mind that your GPA is only one part of your application, and Hampton University will consider other factors such as test scores, extracurriculars, and essays during the admissions process. Good luck with your application!
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