Hi everyone. I hope I'm not bothering you with this, but I'm a high school junior and just starting to look at colleges. I've been looking into UNLV, and I can't find information about whether they look at weighted or unweighted GPA. Can anyone help me with this?
Hello! No bother at all, that's a great question to ask. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) takes a holistic approach to evaluate applicants which means they consider multiple factors of an application beyond just the GPA.
In terms of GPA specifically, UNLV typically looks at your unweighted GPA which should be based on a 4.0 scale. That being said, weighted GPAs that demonstrate Honors, AP, and IB coursework can also play a significant role in the admissions decision as they can show your ability to handle challenging coursework. So, while the numeric value of your GPA considered might be the unweighted one, they are also interested in the rigor of your classes.
For UNLV, having a higher unweighted GPA will improve your chances of admission. If your GPA is at or above the school average of 3.54, you're on the right track.
Also, don't forget to ensure that the rest of your application is strong, with well-written essays and solid extracurriculars. Good luck with the process!
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