I'm a junior looking into Northeastern University and I'm curious about their GPA scale. Could anyone tell me if they use a 4.0 or a 5.0 scale, or something else entirely? Thanks!
Northeastern University uses a 4.0 GPA scale for calculating grade point averages. This scale is pretty standard across most colleges and universities in the United States. In this scale, an "A" is worth 4.0 points, a "B" is worth 3.0 points, a "C" is worth 2.0 points, a "D" is worth 1.0 point, and an "F" is worth 0 points. Additionally, "+" and "-" letter grades can be assigned a value (e.g., B+ is worth 3.3, B- is worth 2.7).
It's important to note that if your high school uses a different GPA scale, such as a weighted 5.0 scale for honors or AP classes, your GPA will be converted to the 4.0 scale when being evaluated by Northeastern University's admissions team. They will also take into consideration the rigor of your coursework, your performance in those courses, and the grading policies of your high school when reviewing your application.
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