Weighted GPA Calculator
Calculate your weighted GPA with Honors and AP/IB class boosts on an extended scale.
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Understanding Weighted GPA
A weighted GPA rewards you for taking challenging courses. Instead of capping at 4.0, your GPA can go higher when you take Honors, AP, or IB classes.
The standard weighting adds 0.5 for Honors courses and 1.0 for AP/IB courses. This means a B+ in an AP class (3.3 + 1.0 = 4.3) can be worth more than a straight A in a regular class (4.0).
Course Type Weights
| Course Type | Bonus Points | A Grade Value |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | +0.0 | 4.0 |
| Honors | +0.5 | 4.5 |
| AP / IB | +1.0 | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does weighted GPA work?
Weighted GPA adds bonus points to your grade based on course difficulty. Regular classes use the standard 4.0 scale, Honors classes add 0.5 points, and AP/IB classes add 1.0 points. This means an A in an AP class is worth 5.0 instead of 4.0.
What is considered a good weighted GPA?
A weighted GPA of 4.0 or higher is generally considered good. Top students at competitive high schools often have weighted GPAs between 4.3 and 4.8. Since weighted scales vary by school, compare your GPA to your school's specific scale.
Do colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPA?
Most colleges consider both, but many recalculate your GPA on their own scale. They value the rigor of your course load (visible in a weighted GPA) while also looking at your raw performance (unweighted GPA).
Can my weighted GPA be above 4.0?
Yes. That's the main feature of weighted GPA. With AP/IB courses adding 1.0 to each grade point, an A in an AP class counts as 5.0, making GPAs above 4.0 possible.
Do Honors classes boost my GPA?
Yes. In the standard weighted system, Honors classes add 0.5 to your grade points. An A in an Honors class is worth 4.5 instead of 4.0 on a weighted scale.
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