GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated by:

1. Multiplying each course’s grade points by its credit hours
2. Summing all these weighted grade points
3. Dividing by the total number of credit hours

Formula: GPA = Σ(Grade Points × Credits) / ΣCredits

Unweighted GPA: Uses a 4.0 scale where an A is always 4.0, regardless of course difficulty.
Weighted GPA: Gives extra points for honors/AP/IB courses (often 5.0 for an A instead of 4.0).

• Focus on improving grades in courses with higher credit values
• Retake courses where you received low grades (if allowed)
• Balance your course load between challenging and manageable classes
• Seek academic support (tutoring, office hours, study groups)

This depends on context:

• High School: 3.5+ is generally good for college admissions
• College: 3.0+ is often required for graduate programs
• Scale Matters: Some schools use 4.0, others use 4.3 or 5.0 scales