Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused on how GPA is calculated at WMich. Could someone please explain how this is done or where I could find a GPA calculator for WMich? Appreciate it!
Sure, I can help you out there! A GPA at Western Michigan University (WMich) is calculated by assigning points to the grades you received, and then dividing by the total number of credit hours you've taken.
Here's a breakdown of the grade points each letter grade is worth at WMich:
A: 4.0
AB: 3.5
B: 3.0
BC: 2.5
C: 2.0
CD: 1.5
D: 1.0
E: 0 (failing grade, but is still calculated into the GPA)
NC: No credit given
X: No credit given
Next, multiply the points value of the grade received by the number of credit hours for the course. For example, if you got an A (4.0) in a 3-credit course, you get 12 grade points for that course.
Do this for all the courses, and then sum all the grade points up. Divide the total grade points by the total number of credit hours you've taken. That's your GPA!
Take note that grades such as 'WD' (withdrawal during drop/add period) or 'W' (withdrawal after the drop/add period) do not earn any credit hours and do not affect the GPA.
However, keep in mind that this method only works for calculating a term GPA. For a cumulative GPA, you would have to use the same method, but with every single course you've taken at the university.
If you prefer, you can also find online GPA calculators where you simply input your grades and they do the calculation! But remember to ensure the grade scale matches that of WMich. Hope this helps!
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