GPA GPA and Employment

Question 1

Many large corporations and consulting firms require applicants to list their GPA on a resume. What is the most common minimum GPA these employers typically screen for?

Accepted Answer

3.0

Answer

2.5

Answer

3.5

Answer

3.8

Question 2

When is it generally advisable for a new college graduate to omit their GPA from a resume?

Accepted Answer

When GPA is below 3.0

Answer

When GPA is above 3.5

Answer

When applying for internships

Answer

When the resume is longer than one page

Question 3

A job posting states 'GPA of 3.5 or above preferred.' If a candidate has a 3.3 GPA, what should they consider doing?

Accepted Answer

Apply and highlight their major GPA if it is higher

Answer

Not apply since they don't meet the requirement

Answer

List a rounded GPA of 3.5

Answer

Apply only if they have a graduate degree

Question 4

In which industry is a high GPA most commonly used as a hard screening criterion for entry-level hiring?

Accepted Answer

Investment banking and management consulting

Answer

Retail management

Answer

Graphic design

Answer

Hospitality management

Question 5

After how many years of work experience do most career experts suggest a professional can remove their GPA from their resume?

Accepted Answer

3–5 years

Answer

1–2 years

Answer

After first promotion

Answer

Never — always include it

Question 6

A federal government job posting requires applicants to meet academic criteria for Schedule A hiring. What GPA is often required to qualify for Superior Academic Achievement?

Accepted Answer

3.0 or higher

Answer

2.5 or higher

Answer

3.45 or higher

Answer

3.75 or higher