Synonyms

grade point average

American

noun

Education.

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

Etymology

Origin of grade point average

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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She graduated with a 3.9 grade point average and earned a scholarship from a California university.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

Before I got my teeth fixed, I was an ambitious kid with a near-perfect grade point average.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2024

Whittingham also said transfer students who follow the requirements for units, grade point average and preparation for majors have an excellent shot at acceptance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 31, 2024

Dennis “Maliq” Barnes will graduate on May 24 from the International High School of New Orleans, where he earned a 4.98 grade point average.

From Seattle Times • May 5, 2023

I had hoped to receive a computer, but truthfully, I didn’t believe that I would raise my grade point average high enough to win.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers

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