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Are you thinking of putting your GPA on your resume?
Hold up. This could actually impact your chances of landing a job.
Let’s break down when to include your GPA, and when to leave it out.
The answer depends on where you are in your career.
If you’ve just graduated, have very little work experience, and your GPA is above 3.5, then yes — definitely consider including it.
However, if you’ve been in the workforce for three to five years or more, it’s less relevant.
At that point, employers care more about what you’ve done than what you scored.
Here’s another common question: should you round your GPA up on your resume?
The answer is yes, but there’s a limit.
3.56 to 3.6 is fine.
3.2 to 3.6 is not rounding — it’s lying.
And if you get caught lying on your resume, you lose all credibility.
Here’s what to do instead.
If your major GPA is higher and more relevant to the role, consider using that.
Just make sure you label it clearly as “Major GPA.”
Don’t try to game the system. It’s not worth it.
Focus on other areas instead — real projects, internships, certifications, or any skill that’s listed in the job description.
Show them what you can do, not just what you scored.
Remember, employers hire for ability, not academic perfection.
Show them your value.
If you’ve decided that your GPA is worth including, the best place to add it is right in your education section, directly beneath your degree and school name.
Keep it clean and easy to find.
If you’re listing both your overall GPA and your major GPA, label them clearly.
Avoid putting your GPA in the skills section or floating it somewhere random.
It just confuses recruiters and makes it look like you’re trying too hard.
Bottom line — put it exactly where they expect to see it.
To wrap up: include your GPA only if it helps.
Like anything else on your resume, ask yourself:
Is this helping tell my story?
Is this helping sell my skill set?
If not, leave it off and highlight the experience and achievements that do.
And if you want to create a resume that works for both ATS systems and recruiters, check out the Enhancv website for templates and their resume builder.
It can help you build a strong, professional resume in minutes.
Read the full guide on Enhancv.com
