Hi everyone, I'm wondering if someone can help me out. I have a 2.5 GPA but I'm not really sure what that translates to in terms of a percentage. Any ideas? I'd really appreciate your help!
Your current GPA of 2.5, on a U.S. 4.0 scale, roughly translates to about a 70% or a C average. It's important to note that this is a rough estimate, as the way percentages and letter grades convert into GPA can vary somewhat by individual high schools and colleges, who might employ slightly different grading scales.
For instance, some institutions might have a 70% as a 'C-', or even a 'D', rather than a 'C'. It's also worth noting several schools use a weighted GPA scale, where AP or Honors courses could be on a 5.0 or 6.0 scale, which can complicate this conversion further.
If you are trying to convert this for a specific purpose, such as applying to a program or university that uses a percentage-based grading system, it may be best to contact them directly and ask how they would like you to convert a U.S. GPA into a percentage.
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