Topic Discussion
Grading Practice in USA
Most colleges and high schools in the US employ the 4 point GPA scale, from 0-4. The assigned grades(A,B, etc.) are converted to the corresponding grade points using the below table. The grade points are then weighed based on the no. of credits for each course to give the GPA (Grade Point Average).
Grading Practice in India
Most colleges in India either use a 10 point scale known as the CGPA (Cumulative GPA), or just plain percentages. The 10 point scale can be either either relative (as is the case with most of the elite colleges such as the IITs, NITs, and BITS Pilani), or absolute, in which case it would just be the percentage divided by 10
Also, the degree is classified as First Class, Second Class or Pass depending on the CGPA/ Percentage.
So, how do I convert my CGPA/ percentage?
NEVER convert your GPA, unless explicitly asked to do so. Most schools ask you to state your GPA/ percentage as-is, and indicate the scale that is used by your institute.
Are you sure that schools don't require me to convert my GPA?
When it comes to MBA Applications, I know that most of the people (myself included) won't accept any information unless it comes straight from the horse's mouth. So, here you go:
If you have any info that supports/ lends a different light to the above information, please do post below. Thanks!
Alternatively, you can also have WES evaluate your transcripts and provide you with equivalent US transcripts, though for a price. But if you are ready to pay, there are resources available.
I think this sort of mis-information can be dangerous. Regarding U.S. undergraduate institutions, you DO NOT need a minimum GPA of 2.75 to graduate, a GPA below 3.0 IS NOT considered a shocker by most people, and a GPA between 3.0 and 3.5 is DEFINITELY NOT below average. Please do not base your judgement on what you see on these forums. Most of those who come on these forums are high achievers who only apply to top business schools and hence have high GPAs to begin with.
I agree, at the end of the day, the grading system is not standardized as in US or some other countries. But its getting better and is absolutely no reason to curse my fate.
And I'd also like to tell you, it appears from your "solution" that you are not a very happy person after all and definitely not a one, who I would like to study with.
Also, why do students who score 80-90% in engineering from these universities end up scoring 600-650 on the GMAT, while someone with 55-60% from Mumbai University can manage 730-780? That clearly shows the difference in intellectual level, which isn't really captured in the graduation scorecard. I'm pretty sure the adcom will be looking at these discrepancies as well.
Had a chat with Cornell Johnson adcom member.
Just mention Overall %age. Adcoms will assess your performance depending on the University.
My college uses the same 4.0 point scale grading system. they have a formula for converting that into percentage y=(x+1)*20. where x is GPA; y is percentage
My college uses the same 4.0 point scale grading system. they have a formula for converting that into percentage y=(x+1)*20. where x is GPA; y is percentage
Also, why do students who score 80-90% in engineering from these universities end up scoring 600-650 on the GMAT, while someone with 55-60% from Mumbai University can manage 730-780? That clearly shows the difference in intellectual level, which isn't really captured in the graduation scorecard. I'm pretty sure the adcom will be looking at these discrepancies as well.
Disagree with this.. Although it is difficult to score in Bombay/Pune university, 60% does not equate to 4.0 cgpa! Toppers generally have a 4.0 and the toppers in both universities easily score 70+ and many students even get a distinction (66%). A First Class is good ..but it should map between 3.0 and 3.5