Editorial Policy
The editorial policy is the standard every GPACalc page meets: how content and grading scales are written, checked against official sources and corrected.
Last updated: November 7, 2026
Expertise
Official sources first
- Calculator logic must match the methodology documented on site.
- School-specific content must reflect published school grading references where available.
- Formula explanations are written for clarity and reproducibility.
Authoritativeness
Conflict handling
- If generic formulas conflict with school policy, school policy takes priority.
Corrections Policy
- Users can report issues through GitHub Issues or X.
- When an accuracy issue is confirmed, the affected page is updated and re-deployed.
- Critical calculator bugs are prioritized ahead of content refinements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does GPACalc verify grading data accuracy?
School-specific content is cross-referenced against officially published institution grading pages, registrar handbooks, and academic policy documents. When sources conflict, the school-published policy is treated as authoritative.
What happens when a school changes its grading policy?
When a policy change is confirmed through official channels or user reports, the affected school page is updated and re-deployed. Users can report outdated data through GitHub Issues.
How are content corrections prioritized?
Critical calculator bugs (wrong formula output) are fixed first. Grading data corrections (wrong grade points) are second priority. Content improvements and wording refinements are handled after functional issues are resolved.
Updated by Yida, independent developer. Formulas: GPACalc Methodology.