Should You Put Your GPA on a Resume?

GPA is optional information. Use it when it strengthens the story. Hide it when it distracts.

Short answer: New grads with strong GPAs can include them. Experienced candidates usually should not.

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Include GPA when

• You are early career
• The employer asks
• Your GPA is a clear strength for the field

Leave GPA off when

• You have strong work proof
• The number is average and unrelated
• Space is better used for projects and outcomes

Where Magmira fits

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FAQ

What about GPA by major?

Sometimes useful if overall GPA is mixed and major GPA is strong. Keep it honest.

About the author: Manoj Gudala is the founder of Magmira. He includes education details only when they help the target role.