Understanding UNT’s GPA Calculator

So, I'm trying to calculate my GPA using the University of North Texas GPA calculator. I want to make sure I have the right GPA on my applications, but I'm a little confused about how it all works.

Can anyone explain how the UNT GPA calculator functions? Does it consider weighted and unweighted GPAs, or is there a special method it uses? If you have tips or common mistakes to avoid when calculating, I'd appreciate those too. Trying to make my senior year as smooth as possible!

Without specific access to the UNT GPA calculator, I'll aim to provide general guidance on how GPA calculators typically function.

Most university GPA calculators operate based on a four-point scale - translating your letter grades into numerical values. A usually corresponds to 4 points, B to 3 points, C to 2 points, D to 1 point, and F to 0 points. In the case of weighted classes (AP or honors), it's usually the case that these numerical values are bumped up by 1 (e.g., an A in an AP class corresponds to 5 points instead of 4).

To calculate your GPA, add up the total points achieved (considering all your classes) and divide by the total number of classes taken. Some calculators may ask you to input your grade and the credit-hours each course carries, in which case, you'd multiply each grade's point value by the course's credit-hours, sum this all up and then divide by the sum of all credit-hours.

Please take into account that colleges might recalculate your GPA based on their own policies. They might disregard some classes like PE and might (or might not) consider weighted grades.

It's key to remember that common mistakes usually occur when inputting the wrong values for grades or not accounting for the weighted grades properly. Double-check your inputs and always remember to follow the instructions given by the specific calculator you're using. Your school's guidance counselor could also be a great resource for ensuring you're calculating your GPA correctly.