How much is an 'A' worth in GPA?

Hey everyone, I've been trying to calculate my GPA and I'm a bit confused about how much an 'A' is worth in terms of GPA points. Can anyone please clarify the GPA scale for me? Thanks!

Hi there! The value of an 'A' in GPA points depends on the grading scale used at your school. Here are two common GPA scales:

1. Unweighted GPA scale (4.0 scale): In this scale, all letter grades are assigned a value between 0 and 4, with no additional points for honors or AP classes. An 'A' (usually 90-100%) is worth 4.0 points, a 'B' (usually 80-89%) is worth 3.0 points, a 'C' (usually 70-79%) is worth 2.0 points, a 'D' (usually 60-69%) is worth 1.0 point, and an 'F' (usually 0-59%) is worth 0 points.

2. Weighted GPA scale (5.0 scale): In this scale, additional points are awarded for honors, AP, or IB classes to reflect the increased difficulty of those courses. A typical weighted scale has an 'A' in a regular class worth 4.0 points, an 'A' in an honors class worth 4.5 points, and an 'A' in an AP or IB class worth 5.0 points. The weighted GPA scale generally follows the same pattern as the unweighted scale for 'B', 'C', and 'D' grades (1 point lower for each), with an 'F' still worth 0 points.

To calculate your GPA, add up the GPA points for each of your classes and then divide by the total number of classes. If your school provides a weighted GPA, you should also include any additional points from honors or advanced classes.

Keep in mind that different schools might have their own specific grading scales, so you should check with your counselor or school website for the most accurate information. But hopefully, this general overview gives you a good starting point for calculating your GPA. Good luck!