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Average GPA by Major (2026 Data)

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Average GPA by Major in 2026

Not all GPAs are created equal. An engineering degree often has a lower average GPA than an education degree due to the rigor of the coursework. According to the latest 2026 data, the average GPAs by major are:

  • Education: 3.6
  • Humanities/Liberal Arts: 3.4
  • Business: 3.2
  • Nursing: 3.2
  • Engineering & Computer Science: 3.0
  • Hard Sciences (Chemistry, Physics): 2.9

    • If you have a 3.2 in Electrical Engineering, you are performing above average. Always consider the context of your major when evaluating your GPA.

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