GPA Calculation at UTSA

Hi guys, I'm planning to apply to UTSA but I'm not entirely sure how they calculate GPA. Is there a specific method or calculator they use?

Hello! The University of Texas at San Antonio, like many other universities, primarily looks at your weighted GPA.

The GPA calculation is generally similar across most colleges. A weighted GPA takes the difficulty level of classes into account along with your grades. For example, a grade in an AP or IB class could be worth more than a grade in a regular class.

In terms of scale, most colleges use a 4.0 scale where A = 4 points, B = 3 points, C = 2 points, and D = 1 point. However, many high schools assign a higher point value for AP, IB, and Honors classes (often a 5 point maximum instead of a 4 point maximum).

To calculate your weighted GPA, you multiply the point value of the grade you received in a class (for example, an A in an AP class might be worth 5 points) by the number of units the class was worth, then you add up all these values for all the classes you've taken, and divide by the total number of units.

It's also good to note that UTSA, like many universities, recalculates GPAs for its applicants. This might include disregarding non-academic classes like PE, or by taking into account trends in your grades or the rigor of your overall class schedule.

I'd recommend getting in touch with the Office of Admissions at UTSA for more specifics about how they calculate their GPAs. While there isn't an "official" GPA calculator that UTSA uses, there are several GPA calculators online that you can use as a guide to get a rough estimate of your weighted and unweighted GPA. Remember, your counselor at school is also a great resource for this type of information! Good luck with your application!