Calculation of GPA with All B's

So, say theoretically, I get all B's throughout my high school career. What would my GPA look like? Is there a difference if these B's are in AP classes or regular? Just hypothetical, of course!

Sure, let's break this down. In a standard unweighted GPA scale, a "B" in any class typically gives you a 3.0 regardless of whether it's an Advanced Placement (AP) class or a regular-level class.

However, GPA scales vary amongst schools. Some may give extra weight to advanced classes such as AP or honors courses. For instance, in a school using a weighted GPA scale, a "B" in an AP class might be a 4.0, while it's a 3.0 in a regular class.

So if you got all B's throughout high school, your unweighted GPA would be a 3.0. But if those B's were in AP courses at a school that weights GPAs, your GPA could be higher, potentially up to 4.0 if all classes were AP and your school equated a B in an AP class to an A in a regular class.

Please check with your school to understand exactly how they calculate GPA and if they use a weighted system or not. Lastly, remember that while GPA is considered by colleges, it's not the only factor in your application. Extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation make a difference too!