How to calculate my GPA?

Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused about how to calculate my GPA. I want to make sure I'm adding it up correctly. Can someone explain the process to me in a simple way? Thanks!

Sure, I'd be happy to help you calculate your GPA! The simplest way to calculate your GPA is by using a 4.0 scale for unweighted GPAs and a weighted scale (usually up to 5.0) for weighted GPAs. I'll break down the process for both types:

Unweighted GPA:

1. Assign a numerical value to each of your final course grades (typically, A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0).

2. Add up the values from all of your courses.

3. Divide the total by the number of courses you took.

For example, if you took 6 classes and got 2 A's, 3 B's, and 1 C:

(2x4) + (3x3) + (1x2) = 8 + 9 + 2 = 19

19 / 6 = 3.17

Weighted GPA:

1. Assign a numerical value to each of your regular courses, just like in the unweighted GPA calculation (A=4, B=3, etc.).

2. Assign a higher numerical value to each of your honors and AP/IB courses (e.g., in many schools A in an honors course = 4.5, and A in an AP/IB course = 5).

3. Add up the values from all of your courses.

4. Divide the total by the number of courses you took.

For example, if you took 6 classes: 2 AP courses with A's, 2 regular courses with A's, and 2 regular courses with B's:

(2x5) + (2x4) + (2x3) = 10 + 8 + 6 = 24

24 / 6 = 4.0

Keep in mind that the numerical values assigned to honors and AP/IB courses may vary depending on your school's system. It's essential to check your school's specific policy for assigning weight to advanced courses. Some schools may also have a modified system for classes on a +/- grade scale. I hope this helps clarify the GPA calculation process for you!