Grade Point Average
/ˈɡreɪd pɔɪnt ˈævərɪdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) A numerical measure of a student's overall academic performance, often used to evaluate eligibility for scholarships, admissions, or contractual obligations in education law.
The contract stipulated a minimum grade point average of 3.0 for scholarship renewal.
Forms
- grade point average
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Commentary
In legal contexts, GPA often serves as an objective criterion in contracts or policies involving academic performance and eligibility.
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