GPA Resources
This page collects guides and articles on GPA calculation, weighted vs. unweighted GPA, college admissions requirements, and study strategies. Each resource is written to directly answer common student questions about understanding and improving grade point average.
Last updated: May 2026
International GPA Conversion Guide (2026)
International GPA conversion requires country-specific tables, not proportional math. A 75 percent in South Africa equals a 4.0 U.S. GPA. Germany's 1.7 equals roughly a 3.3. This guide covers the most common systems and when official credential evaluation from WES or a NACES member is required.
How to Calculate Your GPA from Percentage Grades
Converting percentage grades to GPA requires mapping each percentage to a letter grade, then applying the 4.0 scale point values weighted by credit hours. The two-step conversion method works for both single-course and cumulative GPA calculations.