The conversation can run both ways: Does weighting the high school GPA create undesired competition among students? Does an unweighted GPA accurately communicate to colleges the depth or rigor of a student's curriculum?
Considering how colleges typically unweight and then go back and re-weight student grade reports, what is the best approach? High schools are charged with how they can best serve students; colleges need to find a way to interpret high school grade reports when it comes to awarding scholarships and additional opportunities. READ MORE
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Marla Platt, M.B.A. is an independent college consultant based in Sudbury, MA through AchieveCoach College Consulting, providing personalized guidance to students and families throughout the college planning, search and admissions process. Marla is a professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and can be reached via www.achievecoach.com