What would a C- do to my GPA?

Struggling a bit in one class and might end up with a C-. Anyone know how much of an impact this would have on my GPA? A bit stressed about it.

Hey, the exact impact of a C- on your GPA would depend on your school's grading scale. However, here's how I can explain it in a general way.

Most high schools in the US use a 4.0 GPA scale, where an 'A' is considered a 4.0, 'B' a 3.0, 'C' a 2.0, and so on. In this scale, a C- is typically a 1.7. Let's assume your current GPA is the average for US students, which is about a 3.0, and you've completed 15 classes so far (for simplicity). If you were to get a C- (1.7 GPA equivalent) in your 16th class, your new GPA would be roughly (45 GPA points from previous 15 classes + 1.7 / 16) = 2.92. So, the impact of a C- from a 3.0 GPA would be a drop of about .08 points.

But, please remember, one grade won't derailing your GPA, and you still have a chance to improve in the future! Plus, admissions officers will consider more than just your GPA when making their decisions. If this class is challenging for you, they'll likely take that into account, particularly if it's in an area outside of your intended major. Just keep pushing forward, and best of luck!