Yo, this is kinda urgent. I'm crunching numbers here to see if I have a shot at UT Dallas. Do they use their own GPA calculator or should I stick to the usual 4.0 scale?
For UT Dallas, they use their own GPA calculation method. Unlike the regular 4.0 scale, Texas public universities use a 100-point scale. To calculate this, you need to convert each of your high school letter grades to a numerical grade (A=90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, F=Below 60), then find the average of those numbers. However, there are a few caveats to consider:
1. Honors, AP, or IB courses are bumped up by an extra point (so an A in an Honors or AP course would be a 95).
2. However, only up to two points can be added to the converted numerical grade.
3. D's and F's from freshman year are not considered in the GPA calculation.
4. Plus and minus grades (like B+ or C-) do not matter; they are not considered in the calculation process.
Remember, this is just for admission eligibility, UT Dallas will do a comprehensive review of your application, which involves much more than just your GPA. Keep in mind to present your strongest application possible, showcasing your academic capabilities, extracurricular involvement and, potentially, test scores. Good luck with your application!
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