What GPA qualifies for a Gold Star in the Academic Ribbon?

What GPA qualifies for a Gold Star in the Academic Ribbon?

• A. 4.0
• B. 4.5
• C. 3.3
• D. 3.0

Answer: (B)

GPA thresholds determine eligibility for honors, and a Gold Star is earned when the GPA meets the required level. In this scheme, the required level is 4.5 (typically on a weighted scale that accounts for course difficulty). That makes 4.5 the correct choice because it is the minimum GPA that qualifies. A 4.0 would not reach the threshold, and 3.3 or 3.0 are far below it. So the GPA that qualifies is 4.5.

GPA thresholds determine eligibility for honors, and a Gold Star is earned when the GPA meets the required level. In this scheme, the required level is 4.5 (typically on a weighted scale that accounts for course difficulty). That makes 4.5 the correct choice because it is the minimum GPA that qualifies. A 4.0 would not reach the threshold, and 3.3 or 3.0 are far below it. So the GPA that qualifies is 4.5.