grade point average

American  

noun

Education.

1. a measure of scholastic attainment computed by dividing the total number of grade points received by the total number of credits or hours of course work taken. GPA

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Etymology

Origin of grade point average

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

“The top scholar award is given each year to the student with the highest grade point average across all academic subjects.”

From Literature

“It smelled like chemicals, really strong … It made me dizzy,” said Raquel, who graduated from high school with a 4.0 grade point average and now attends college.

From Los Angeles Times

As high school progressed, Anthony gave “the appearance of thriving,” Neal said: a 4.6 grade point average, two part-time jobs, a busy social life.

From Los Angeles Times

They include a student who graduated from high school with a 4.0 grade point average and several others who now attend California universities.

From Los Angeles Times

Williams, who has a 3.8 grade point average and plans to graduate in December, said he hopes to be part of the start of a rebirth in championing players from the inner city.

From Los Angeles Times