Weighted GPA Calculations for Mercer University

Yo, I'm applying to multiple colleges, and Mercer University is among them. Anyone has any idea how they calculate weighted GPA? It's a bit unclear on their site. If anyone could shed light on this I'd be really grateful.

Hi there! While many universities provide explicit details about their GPA calculation methods, others like Mercer University may not have clear information readily available on their sites. However, it's important to consider that most colleges tend to have their own unique way of calculating GPAs when reviewing applicants.

Some universities recalculate every applicant's GPA on their own scale (often 4.0 scale) to ensure that they are comparing the academic performance of all applicants by the same criteria. They might unweight the GPA (turn it into an unweighted GPA out of 4.0) and then separately consider the rigor of the student's curriculum, but typically, specifics about these processes aren't publicly available. The best way to know for certain how Mercer University would calculate your weighted GPA would be to reach out to their admissions office directly. They can provide more accurate and specific information regarding your query.

Nevertheless, when applying, remember to pay attention not only to your GPA but to the rigor of your academic schedule and other parts of your application (like your essays and extracurricular activities). Colleges always prefer a challenging course load and a lower GPA than an unchallenging course load and a higher GPA, as rigor really shows your ability to handle university-level work. Good luck with your application to Mercer University!