Looking for average GPA info

Hi everyone! I've been doing some self-evaluation, and was wondering what's considered an average GPA for most colleges? Any info helps, thanks!

While the average GPA varies by institution and type of institution (i.e., public vs. private), it's important to remember that a "good" GPA might differ depending on your circumstances.

For most colleges, a 3.0 (or a B average) can be considered an average GPA. That said, many competitive four-year universities will look for GPA averages at least above a 3.5, or even higher for more selective institutions.

For example, at highly selective colleges like the Ivy League or Stanford, the average high school GPA of admitted freshmen is typically around 3.9 or above (unweighted). On the other hand, many state universities might have average GPAs of admitted students as low as 3.5 or 3.6.

Please note that how your GPA is evaluated can depend on other factors, such as the rigor of your high school coursework, trends in your academic performance, and how your GPA compares to the average GPA at your high school. Keep in mind that these are averages, meaning some students had GPAs above these figures and others had lower GPAs. So while these figures should guide you, don't let them deter you from applying to a particular school if your GPA is lower. It's always worth applying if the school is a good fit for you and you can present a strong application in other ways.