What's the deal with GPA when transferring colleges?

When I transfer from my current college to another, does my existing GPA move with me too? I'd love any insights on how GPAs work during the college transfer process.

When you transfer from one college to another, your new school will generally not factor in the cumulative GPA from your old school when calculating your new GPA at the new institution. Each college typically has its own policy for how it calculates GPAs, so it starts fresh with the courses taken there.

However, that doesn't mean your previous GPA is irrelevant. The GPA from your current school is crucial in your transfer application, as your new school will take it into account while making its admissions decision. They want to see a strong academic performance at your current institution to predict how well you'll do at their school.

Additionally, while your new school might not factor in the GPA from your previous school for the overall GPA, the grades from your old college can still matter. For example, when applying to a graduate or professional program, you'll often need to submit transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you've attended, and they'll likely consider your grades from all these schools, not just your most recent one.

In other words, your existing GPA doesn't move with you, but it still matters. For the specific details, it's best to check with the registrar at your new school. They can give you the most accurate information about how they handle GPAs for transfer students.