GPA

What is GPA?

Full form of GPA is Grade Point Average. It measures the student’s academic performance in a single semester.

What is Formula for calculating GPA?

GPA = Total Quality Points / Total credit Hours

Total Quality Points = Credit Hours × Grade Points

Can I improve my GPA?

Yes, you can improve your GPA by earning higher grade point in future courses.

What is a good GPA?

A GPA is considered as good which ranges in between 3.0 to 4.0.

How often should I calculate my GPA?

You should calculate your GPA at the end of each semester, so that you can keep track of your academic progress.

What is a credit hour?

A credit hour is a unit to measure the educational credit which is nothing but number of classroom hours per week throughout a term.

GPA is commonly referred to as Grade Point Average which is a numerical representation of the academic performance of a student in a single semester and it is used by educational institutions to evaluate the student’s eligibility for admissions, scholarships, honours programs, and job opportunities.

A good GPA shows a student’s academic achievements, consistency and dedication towards their studies. GPA is denoted by a number on a scale of 4 but some institutions use a scale up to 5 or even more for honours and advanced courses. There are five grades in general, namely A, B, C, D, and F where A is the highest grade whereas F is the lowest which stands for fail. These grades have grade points which lies between on a scale of 0 to 4.