Hey y'all, I got a 3.5 GPA right now and I'm really trying to figure out what that would convert to in percentage. Does anyone have a good understanding of this 'GPA to percentage' conversion thing?
Hey there! GPA to percentage conversion isn't a standardized practice, and can vary depending upon the individual grading systems at different educational institutions. However, there is a commonly used scale which can be a handy reference.
Using this scale, students often consider a 4.0 to be a 100%, dropping 10% with each full number decrease in the GPA, meaning a 3.5 GPA would correlate to about 90-92%. Please remember that this is only a rough estimate and actual conversions can be different.
It's also worth noting that the GPA scale is not totally linear. There's a bit more nuance there - for example, a 4.0 isn't just "perfect scores" but often can include scores slightly less than perfect. Take it with a grain of salt, and when in doubt, it might be best to reach out to your guidance counselor or check your school's specific grading policies to get the most accurate conversion.
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.