The zero-based grading system is a progressive approach that evaluates students based on their mastery of specific learning objectives, rather than using traditional point-based methods. It focuses on assessing students’ current performance, disregarding prior grades, and offering a fresh start for each evaluation period. This system encourages fairness and transparency by ensuring that students are…
Cumulative GWA Calculator: How to Compute and Use It A Cumulative GWA (General Weighted Average) Calculator is a tool that helps students compute their overall academic performance across multiple semesters or school years. Unlike a semester GWA, which only measures your grades in one term, cumulative GWA accounts for all subjects and semesters combined. While…
PUP Grading System: Complete Guide for Philippines Students At the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), the grading system ranges from 1.00 (Excellent) to 5.00 (Fail). For undergraduates, 3.00 is the lowest passing grade, while grades like 4.00 (Conditional) and INC (Incomplete) require remediation. Graduate programs are stricter: master’s students must maintain 2.00 or better,…
DepEd Grading System in the Philippines: Complete Guide The DepEd grading system follows a competency-based approach for K–12 learners. Grades are based on Written Work, Performance Tasks, and Quarterly Assessments, with weightings depending on the subject area. A raw score of 60% is the minimum passing grade, which is then transmuted to 75% on report…
How to Compute GWA: Step-by-Step Guide for Students PH To compute GWA (General Weighted Average), multiply each subject grade by its units, add the results, then divide by total units. Example: Math (3 units, 1.75), English (3 units, 2.0), PE (2 units, 2.5). GWA = (5.25 + 6 + 5) ÷ 8 = 2.03. This…
Grading System in the Philippines: K–12 and University The grading system in the Philippines uses different scales. In K–12 (DepEd), grades are given in percentages, with 75% as the minimum passing grade (raw score of 60 transmuted to 75). In colleges and universities, the most common scales are 1.00–5.00 (1.00 highest, 3.00 passing, 5.00 fail)…
What is GWA? General Weighted Average Explained (PH) GWA or General Weighted Average is the overall average of a student’s grades in the Philippines, calculated by dividing the total weighted grades (grade × units) by the total units. It reflects overall academic performance and is used for honors, scholarships, academic standing, and shifting courses. Unlike…
CWA vs GWA in the Philippines: Key Differences & Guide The difference between CWA and GWA lies in scope. GWA (General Weighted Average) includes all subjects you’ve taken, while CWA (Curriculum Weighted Average) counts only curriculum-required courses. In the Philippines, schools often use GWA for honors and scholarships, while CWA is used for shifting programs…
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