Hey, I'm looking to apply to CU Boulder. Can anyone here share how the GPA scale works at CU Boulder? Any explanations or resources are appreciated!
The University of Colorado Boulder, or CU Boulder, uses a 4.0 scale for GPA, similar to most other American colleges and universities. This means that an A, whether it's an A-, A, or A+, all equate to a 4.0; B- to B+ grades range from 2.7 to 3.3; C- to C+ grades range from 1.7 to 2.3; D- to D+ grades range from 0.7 to 1.3; and an F equates to a 0.0.
However, it's important to note that when CU Boulder reviews applications, they recalculate your GPA in a process called "weighting." Essentially, they give extra points for harder classes. For example, if you get a B in an AP or IB class, CU Boulder will bump that up to an A in their calculation.
Finally, it's worth noting that while the GPA is important in the admission process, CU Boulder also factors in other elements of your application—like your personal essays, extracurricular activities, and letters of recommendation. Make sure to dedicate time to these areas too.
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