GPA vs CGPAReviewed
Weighted vs Unweighted GPA
Unweighted GPA caps at 4.0 and ignores course difficulty. Weighted GPA can reach 5.0 by adding points for honors, AP, and IB classes.
Jul 29, 20269 min read
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Dr. Liam Carter
PhD Education Reviewer- PhD, Higher Education Policy
Dr. Liam Carter is a higher education policy reviewer specializing in grading systems, academic progression, and admissions evaluation. He reviews GradeAtlas education guides for clarity, source quality, and alignment with institutional policy language.
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GPA Conversion GuidesReviewed
What Is a Good GPA?
A good GPA in 2026 is 3.5+ unweighted in high school and 3.0+ in college, but the right number depends on your goal.
Jun 1, 202610 min read