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Do Colleges Look at Weighted or Unweighted GPAs?

Do Colleges Look at Weighted or Unweighted GPAs?

Weighted GPA vs. unweighted GPA. It’s a debate as old as time itself.

Well, it’s not really. But, if your school reports grade point averages on both of these scales, figuring out which one is more important for college can be quite confusing. But you don’t need to worry, because we are here to help!

We will walk you through the ins and outs of weighted and unweighted GPAs. By the time you are finished reading this blog, you’ll know what each one means, how it is calculated, and which one looks better on a college application. We’ll even walk you through the policies of a few specific schools, so even if the ones we chose aren’t on your list of favorites, you’ll know what to look for when you do your own research.

What is a GPA Scale? The 4.0 Scale

What is a GPA Scale? The 4.0 Scale

Have you ever wondered, “What is a GPA?” Maybe you already know that it stands for grade point average, but you have no idea how your school calculates them. Or maybe you’ve heard all about weighted and unweighted GPA scales from your older classmates and teachers but trying to understand them makes you want to scream and tear out your hair?

You definitely shouldn’t go to that extreme, because we’ve all totally been there before and have lived to tell the tale. This article will walk you through the answers to each of these questions, as well as provide you with the best advice on how to tackle the tricky answers.

How to Avoid Careless Mistakes on GMAT Math

Avoidable mistakes are so painful because, in hindsight, they are so obvious to you, but at the moment, they are overlooked and cause a negative impact. Careless mistakes on GMAT Math (or GMAT Quant) are no different.

GRE vs. GMAT: Which Test Should You Take?

GRE vs. GMAT: which test should you take? That is the question. You know you want to go to business school, and now you need to decide whether you should take the GRE or the GMAT.

What are the Easiest AP® Classes and Tests?

If your school offers an AP® class, or 2, or 3, of 4, then you need to be taking them. But, AP® courses also have a reputation for being overwhelming and stressful. So, to avoid this fate, you might be wondering what the easiest AP® classes are.

When Should I Start Studying for the APs? Your Guide

Are you looking for an AP® study plan? You’ve come to the right place! Studying for AP® classes can be stressful or overwhelming – but it definitely doesn’t have to be, especially when you have the right tools. This article will run you through the importance of AP® classes (something that you might need to remind yourself of during an otherwise crazy time), how to get started on the path to the score you need, a month by month AP® study plan, and finally, we’ll examine different schools are their requirements for AP® testing.

See anything you think will be helpful? Then read on!

Harvard Advanced Placement (AP) Credits

Ah, Harvard: the crème de le crème of American higher education. If you are reading this article, you have either been recently admitted to Harvard (which in that case, congratulations) or consider yourself a competitive candidate for admission (if this applies to you – good luck!).

Whichever situation you find yourself in, you still need the same questions answered about Harvard AP® credits. Obviously you need to take, and excel in, quite a few AP® classes to gain admission to Harvard…but once you are there, what does the school do with your AP® scores? Do they not matter at all, or will they give you advanced standing? Wonder no more – because we have all the answers.