What Is a Weighted and Unweighted GPA?

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If you wonder what is a weighted and unweighted GPA, here's the difference: Unweighted GPA counts all classes the same, but weighted GPA gives extra points for hard classes like Honors or AP. For example, an A in a normal class is 4.0, but in a tough class, it could be 5.0 with a weighted GPA. This helps show if you are challenging yourself with harder work.