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What Is the Average College GPA?

GPA Hub Editorial Team

The National Average

The average college GPA in the United States currently hovers around a 3.15 to 3.20.

However, this is heavily influenced by 'grade inflation' at private universities. Ivy League schools often report average GPAs above 3.6, while large state engineering schools may report averages closer to 2.9. Always measure yourself against the average within your specific major and university.

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