Friends, I'm a bit lost here. If my current average mark is 85, what would that look like if converted to a GPA? I hear colleges tend to look more at GPA than raw scores so it would be nice to figure this out.
In the United States, a 4.0 GPA scale is often used for college admissions. In this system, an 85% average typically translates to about a 3.0 GPA. But remember, this isn't a universal translation and it might be subject to slight variations based on different school districts or institutions.
Additionally, keep in mind that colleges do not strictly consider the final GPA, but also the rigor of your courses, your course grades, and trends in your academic performance. A student taking Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and receiving an 85 in them might be seen more favorably than a student taking regular or non-honors courses and receiving an 85. Nonetheless, having a clear idea of your GPA can certainly help you navigate your college application process more efficiently.
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