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Learn how GPA is calculated and why it matters
GPA stands for Grade Point Average. It's a numerical representation of your overall academic performance, calculated by averaging the grades you've received in your courses.
Your GPA is one of the most important metrics in your academic career, used for scholarships, graduate school admissions, and employment opportunities.
To calculate GPA:
GPA = Total Grade Points / Total Credit Hours
If you took these courses:
Total Grade Points = (4 × 3.7) + (3 × 3.3) + (4 × 3.0) + (3 × 4.0) = 48.7
Total Credits = 4 + 3 + 4 + 3 = 14
GPA = 48.7 ÷ 14 = 3.48
Most colleges in the US use the following grading scale:
| Letter Grade | Grade Points | Percentage Range |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4.0 | 93-100% |
| A- | 3.7 | 90-92% |
| B+ | 3.3 | 87-89% |
| B | 3.0 | 83-86% |
| B- | 2.7 | 80-82% |
| C+ | 2.3 | 77-79% |
| C | 2.0 | 73-76% |
| C- | 1.7 | 70-72% |
| D+ | 1.3 | 67-69% |
| D | 1.0 | 60-66% |
| F | 0.0 | Below 60% |