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Rounding up GPA

Can I round a 3.76 to a 3.8 for MBB applications?

And if I can do that, do I put it as 3.8 on both CV and online application or only CV?

Thanks!

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Florian
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on Nov 13, 2024
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Hi there,

Yes, you can but do it consistently across all documents and online forms.

All the best,

Florian

Alberto
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on Nov 13, 2024
Ex-McKinsey Partner | Most experienced coach (15 years exp, +2.000 real interviews) | 95% success rate

You can do that, even if it will probably not make any big different. As other colleagues said, make sure you are consistent everywhere with the GPA you communicate (verbally and in written).

Best,

Alberto

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Syed
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on Nov 13, 2024
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Hi there,

Agree with Alessa and Florian on this. 

Good luck!

Alessa
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on Nov 13, 2024
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Hey! 

Yes, rounding is generally acceptable for MBB applications, as long as it’s within a reasonable range. You can use 3.8 on both your CV and online application for consistency. Just be prepared to discuss your exact GPA if asked in interviews.

BR Alessa

Dennis
Coach
on Nov 13, 2024
Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

Hi there,

when you do that, you have to do it in every document and you need to list all of your GPAs with only one decimal.

Best

Thabang
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on Mar 03, 2025
Ex-McKinsey Consultant | McKinsey Top Coach & Interviewer | Special Offer: Buy 1 Session Get 1 Free (Limited time!)

Hey there,

Yes, you can do that, as long as you are consistent across both the CV and online application. 

That is standard and should be acceptable

All the best!

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