How do schools figure unweighted GPA?

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<p>I know each college will do it their own way, but is there any sort of standard? My high school only includes core courses. I already know that colleges usually include all courses. Also, what would a 98 be? Would that be a 4.3? Or a 4.33? Or a 4.0?</p>

<p>I have a 3.73 uwgpa based on my transcript, but courses that are not considered core courses are not included...like AP music theory (which I got a high A in). How can I figure what GPA the college would say I have? </p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>GPA calculations vary by college, so the answer will depend on where you’re applying.</p>

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<p>An unweighted GPA should have a max of 4.0. You don’t get a 4.3 or whatever for having a really high A. </p>

<p>Exactly how it gets calculated will vary by school, but very few colleges will actually calculate a weighted GPA. Typically they’re going to include all of your courses.</p>