Hi everyone, I'm currently trying to gauge my chances at Northeastern and I was wondering if there's a specific method to their GPA calculations? If anyone has information on this, it would be super helpful!
Sure, I can explain this to you! Northeastern University uses a U.S. 4.0 grading scale. The simplest way to convert your grades into this scale is to use a conversion chart.
Let me give you a quick breakdown on how the 4.0 grading scale works:
- An A, typically from a score of 93%-100%, equates to a 4.0
- An A-, which is usually around 89-92%, equates to a 3.7
- A B+, approximately 85-88%, equates to a 3.3
- A B, or 80-84%, is typically a 3.0
Remember, this is a general guide and result may vary slightly based on the specific grading scale of your high school.
You'll calculate your GPA by:
1. Converting each individual grade into the 4.0 scale.
2. Adding all those converted grades together.
3. Dividing by the number of classes you've taken.
If your school uses a weighted GPA, which takes into account the rigor of your classes (i.e., honors, AP, IB), remember that Northeastern will look at both your unweighted and weighted GPA. It's important to realize Northeastern, like many universities, conducts a holistic review of applications, which means that while your GPA is important, other factors like test scores, essays, and extracurriculars will also play a significant role in admissions decisions. You can use our free admissions calculator to see how these factors stack up at a competitive school like Northeastern: https://www.collegevine.com/admissions-calculator.
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