High School GPA Calculator
Calculate weighted or unweighted high school GPA with Honors/AP weighting.
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🎒 High School GPA Calculation Explained
High school GPA is one of the most important factors for college admissions. Whether you use a weighted or unweighted scale, our calculator helps you accurately track your performance across diverse subjects like AP, Honors, and standard level classes.
⚖️ Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA
Unweighted GPA: Measured on a 4.0 scale regardless of course difficulty (A=4, B=3, etc.).
Weighted GPA: Gives extra points for difficult courses. Typically AP and IB courses are on a 5.0 scale, while Honors are on a 4.5 scale. This reflects the rigor of your academic schedule.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Add the grade points for all your classes and divide by the number of classes. For weighted GPA, add 1.0 point for AP/IB and 0.5 for Honors before averaging.
Yes, 3.8 is excellent and puts you in the top tier for many state and private universities.
Absolutely. While some colleges focus more on your sophomore and junior years, your overall cumulative GPA includes every single grade from 9th to 12th grade.