Do Colleges Use Weighted GPA?
In the college application process the question comes up, "should I use weighted GPA or unweighted GPA for my applications?" The answer is that it depends. Colleges are well aware that many high schools have weighted GPA scales. Most schools will ask for both weighted and unweighted GPA. Some schools will take your raw GPA and
calculate your weighted GPA according to their own scale. You can use an
online weighted grade calculator to figure out your weighted grades.
Here are some tips about GPA
:
- Use weighted GPA scores wherever you can in your application, but be sure to be clear to label which GPA you use.
- Know your high school's GPA weighting scale. You may need it if questions arise in your application.