How Colleges Calculate Your High School GPA

Maria Tzavidis

Maria Tzavidis comes from an extensive history of higher education administration both in admissions and advising. She believes the college admissions can seem daunting but doesn't have to be, and so she really enjoys being on the Road2College platform where she can share clear insight into many important college-related topics. Her other passions include writing, hiking, yoga, and cooking plant-based foods. You can connect with her on Facebook or LinkedIn.

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How Colleges Calculate Your High School GPA

How Colleges Calculate Your High School GPA

January 7, 2021

The movement for colleges toward being test-optional has gained momentum over the last ten years. With COVID-19 changing the high…

What Is a Good ACT Score?

What Is a Good ACT Score?

December 25, 2020

The value and fairness of standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT as well as how accurately they measure…

The Importance of the School Profile

The Importance of the School Profile

December 11, 2020

Have you ever heard of the school profile? Did you know it should be included in your child’s college admission…

What Is an Independent Student for FAFSA?

What Is an Independent Student for FAFSA?

December 8, 2020

A key part of the college admissions journey is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. Given how…

What Is a College Major?

What Is a College Major?

December 4, 2020

A college major is one of the most important facets of higher education, so it’s really important to understand exactly…

What Is a Good SAT Score?

What Is a Good SAT Score?

December 1, 2020

Recently, standardized tests have been under scrutiny, with questions arising on whether or not they fairly and accurately predict college…

What Makes a Good GPA?

What Makes a Good GPA?

October 8, 2020

A great GPA is a high-school student’s foremost means of showing their value to potential colleges. Unlike test scores, which…