COVID GPA Calculator

GPA Calculations and the Impact of COVID-19

In response to the unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19, many universities adapted their GPA calculation methods to account for disruptions in academic performance. On May 5th, 2020, the GEMSAS consortium released an update on how GPA calculations should be handled.

Some universities have chosen to exclude the academic year of 2020 from GPA calculations entirely, while others have allowed students the option to ‘opt-in’ for including their 2020 grades in their GPA evaluation.

Key Changes:

• Exclusion of 2020 Grades: Certain universities have opted to exclude 2020 study results from GPA calculations, recognizing the potential academic disruptions.
• Opt-In/Opt-Out Options: Other universities, like Griffith, have provided students with the flexibility to decide whether their 2020 grades should be included in their GPA.

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Why These Changes Matter

The adjustments to GPA calculation methods were introduced to ensure a fair assessment of all candidates, despite the academic disruptions caused by COVID-19. Now, why do these changes matter? In the highly competitive field of medical school admissions, even minor changes to how GPAs are calculated can significantly impact your selection prospects.

Each university has approached this challenge differently—some have adopted more flexible measures, while others have maintained stricter criteria. This variability makes it crucial for you to understand how your GPA might be calculated. Make sure to check out our COVID GPA Calculator to see how these changes might affect you