Weighted to Unweighted GPA Calculator
Convert your school's weighted GPA to a standard unweighted 4.0 scale in seconds.
What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA is the simple version. Every class counts the same, and the scale always tops out at 4.0. Get an A in gym class or an A in AP Calculus, and both give you the same 4.0 for that course. It's a clean, consistent way to measure grades no matter what classes you took.
A weighted GPA gives extra credit for harder classes. Schools do this to reward students who challenge themselves in Honors, AP, or IB courses. So instead of capping out at 4.0, a weighted scale might go up to 5.0, 6.0, or even higher, because an A in an AP class might be worth 5.0 points instead of 4.0. This is why you'll sometimes see a GPA like "4.6" — that's only possible on a weighted scale.
Why would you need to convert it?
Weighted scales aren't standardized. One school's 5.0 scale isn't the same as another school's 6.0 scale, which makes it hard for colleges and scholarship committees to compare students fairly. That's why many applications ask for your GPA on a standard unweighted 4.0 scale — it puts everyone on the same footing, regardless of how many AP or Honors classes were available at your school.
How do I convert a weighted GPA to unweighted?
Divide your weighted GPA by your school's maximum scale, then multiply by 4.0. A 4.8 on a 6.0 scale converts to 4.8 ÷ 6.0 × 4.0 = 3.2 unweighted. This calculator does that math instantly so you can drop the number straight into any college or scholarship form.
What's the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA?
An unweighted GPA treats every class the same and tops out at 4.0. A weighted GPA gives extra points for harder classes like Honors, AP, or IB, so its scale can go above 4.0, often to 5.0 or 6.0.