What Does a GPA of a 96 Mean?

Hey, guys! Need some help understanding GPA's here. If my score is 96, what would that be in terms of a GPA? And does this vary depending on whether the grades are weighted or unweighted? Thanks a ton.

Hey there! To convert your average grade of 96 to a 4.0 scale GPA, we typically view grades of 93-100 as an A (or 4.0). So, given your average of 96, your GPA would likely be around 4.0. Although, it's important to note that this is a broad translation and various institutions might have slightly different scales.

Now speaking about weighted and unweighted GPAs, yes, they are indeed different. An unweighted GPA is a traditional scale that converts your grades to a 0-4.0 scale. As I mentioned before, a 96 will be approximately a 4.0 on this scale.

In contrast, a weighted GPA accounts for the difficulty level of the classes you took, like honors or AP courses. Most high schools use a weighted GPA scale that goes up to 5.0. If the majority of your classes were taken at the honors or AP level, then it's likely that your GPA, when weighted, could exceed 4.0.

In conclusion, your grade of 96 translates to a strong GPA on either scale. That being said, it's always a good idea to confirm with your school's guidance office to understand their exact conversion process.