Help with NYU's GPA Calculation?

Hi guys, been considering New York University and trying to understand what my chances are. Has anyone figured out how to calculate your GPA according to NYU's scale? Thanks for your help!

Absolutely, I'd be happy to provide some guidance on this matter! NYU, like other universities, adheres to a 4.0 GPA scale. A simple method to calculate your GPA according to this scale is to assign each of your grades a number value from 0 to 4 (where 4 corresponds to an A, 3 to a B, 2 to a C, 1 to a D, and 0 to an F). Then you take the average of your courses according to these value assignments, making sure to weight honors, AP, and IB coursework if your school uses weighted GPAs (typically honors courses add 0.5 to the GPA value, while AP and IB courses add 1.0).

However, remember that the reported GPA on your application should follow your school's reporting method, whether that's a weighted GPA, unweighted GPA, or a percentage value. Furthermore, NYU will conduct its own evaluation of your academic achievement using a holistic review process.

Additionally, if your school provides a profile outlining its grading practices, college admissions, including NYU, will use that to understand your GPA and grades in the context of your school's particular system. It's always advantageous to make sure you have strong grades no matter your school's specific scale!

Finally, don't forget that NYU, being a highly selective school, will also heavily consider other parts of your application such as standardized test scores (if you choose to submit them), extracurricular activities, and personal essays. Best of luck preparing your application!