Will my community college GPA transfer when I move to a university?

I’m planning to transfer from my local community college to a university next year. I'm curious about whether my GPA will carry over or if I'll start fresh. How does this normally work?

When you transfer from a community college to a university, your credits from the community college typically transfer over, but your GPA does not. Each institution calculates their own individual GPA, so when you begin your journey at a university, you'll be starting with a clean slate on your GPA there.

However, this doesn't mean your community college grades don't matter. When applying to transfer, universities will certainly look at your GPA from community college as part of your overall academic profile to make an admissions decision. Furthermore, some programs or majors at your new university might consider your cumulative GPA, which would include grades earned at both institutions, especially for graduation honors or certain scholarships.

But, in general, once you're enrolled at the university, your GPA will typically only reflect the grades you earn at that institution. It's always a good idea to confirm this with the specific university you plan to attend, as individual policies can vary.