1. What is Unweighted GPA?

Unweighted GPA is a standard calculation where all courses are treated equally, regardless of difficulty level. It's typically calculated on a 0 to 4.0 scale where A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, and F=0.

2. How GPA is Calculated

The unweighted GPA formula:

Where:

• Grade Points — Sum of all course grades (A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0)
• Total Courses — Number of courses taken

Example: If you got 3 A's (4 points each) and 2 B's (3 points each), your total grade points would be (3×4) + (2×3) = 18. With 5 courses, your GPA would be 18 ÷ 5 = 3.6.

3. Importance of GPA

Details: GPA is a crucial metric for college admissions, scholarship eligibility, and academic standing. It provides a standardized way to compare academic performance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Enter the sum of all your course grade points (convert letter grades to numbers first)
• Enter the total number of courses
• All values must be valid (grade points ≥ 0, total courses ≥ 1)

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
A: Weighted GPA gives extra points for honors/AP courses (often on a 5.0 scale), while unweighted treats all courses equally (4.0 scale max).

Q2: What is considered a good unweighted GPA?
A: Typically, 3.0+ is good, 3.5+ is very good, and 3.8+ is excellent. Standards vary by institution.

Q3: How do I convert letter grades to points?
A: Standard conversion: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0. Some schools use A+=4.3 or other variations.

Q4: Do plus/minus grades affect unweighted GPA?
A: Only if your school assigns different point values (e.g., A-=3.7, B+=3.3). Standard unweighted GPA uses whole numbers.

Q5: How often should I calculate my GPA?
A: It's good practice to calculate it at the end of each semester to track your academic progress.