Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 5, 2023

Do colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPA? Your child’s high school transcript may include a weighted gpa, which factors course difficulty into its calculation. Introduction What’s the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA? Do colleges look at weighted or unweighted GPA? Let’s take a step back.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 15, 2023

Acceptance GPA: The average GPA of admitted students varies depending on the program, but for the class of 2025, 75% of admitted students had a GPA of over 4.00 and 94% of students presented with a GPA of more than 3.75. In addition to the standard application materials (transcripts, test scores, essays, etc.),

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Cornell will just focus more on your GPA , coursework, extracurriculars, and essays. Cornell looks at your entire application, including your GPA, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. In this case, its better to focus on other strengths in your applicationlike your GPA, essays, and extracurriculars.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Georgetown Admission Requirements Georgetown GPA Requirements Georgetown SAT Scores Georgetown ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Georgetown Georgetown Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Georgetown? Heres what you need: High school transcript. Extracurriculars.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

Northwestern Admission Requirements Northwestern GPA Requirements Northwestern SAT Scores Northwestern ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Northwestern Northwestern Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Northwestern? Extracurricular activities. Lets get into it.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Rice University Admission Requirements Rice University GPA Requirements Rice University SAT Requirements Rice University ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Rice University Rice University Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Rice University? Extracurricular activities.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

What about your high school GPA? Do more extracurriculars? Yale GPA Requirements Let’s start with your grade point average (GPA). Yale admissions officers will calculate based on your high school transcript, which you’ll submit with your overall application. what we call a “weighted” GPA. Apply early action?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 14, 2025

Insights into how factors like GPA , essays, and extracurriculars are weighted. If your grades have improved since you submitted your application, send an updated transcript or a note from your school counselor. Extracurricular achievements. Here’s what you’ll need to apply: Transcript of records.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 16, 2025

Your GPA plays a major role in your application to Cornell University. As one of the most competitive Ivy League schools, with an acceptance rate of around 8.4% , Cornell evaluates applicants based on both unweighted and weighted GPAs while also factoring in the rigor of their coursework. But how does Cornell calculate GPA?

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Class Rank : The ranking of a student within their high school class, based on their grade point average (GPA). Extracurricular Activities (EC’s): How a student spends their time outside of the classroom. Some colleges require students to fill this out and they use it instead of a student’s transcript.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Academic GPA. Your GPA is important, but its not the only thing Cornell looks at. A strong GPA can demonstrate your consistency and ability to perform academically, but the rigor of your courses and how youve grown over time are just as important. Keep your GPA strong.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

You probably know your grade point average (GPA); it’s usually printed on your transcript. And what does it mean for a GPA to be weighted or unweighted? While there are many ways to calculate a GPA, there are two major camps that are crucial to understand in the college admissions process. So, which is more important?

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Koodoos Learning

JANUARY 17, 2021

As the name suggests, the holistic approach to admissions involves evaluating each applicant as a whole person , taking into consideration more than just your transcript and test scores. GPA might be turned down while an award-winning trumpet player with a 3.0 GPA might get accepted. Read more about extracurriculars here.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 14, 2025

In this guide, well break down everything you need to know about applying to the University of Michigan, from GPA requirements and SAT/ACT scores to tips on making your application stand out. Heres what youll need to know about the application process : High school transcript. GPA 24% had a GPA between 3.75 School report.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

Youll need stellar grades, strong extracurriculars, and a standout personal statement to make an impression. Here are a few tips to help you shine: Target GPA NYU doesnt officially set a minimum GPA, but lets be honest, strong academics are a big deal. The average GPA for admitted students is around 3.7, Stay realistic.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

While freshman grades typically carry less weight in college admissions, maintaining a strong GPA sets a positive trajectory. Extracurricular Exploration : Try various activities to discover genuine interests. GPA from sophomore and junior years receives particular scrutiny from admissions officers.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Vanderbilt Admission Requirements Vanderbilt GPA Requirements Vanderbilt SAT Scores Vanderbilt ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Into Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Vanderbilt? Lets break down what youll need: High school transcript.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 20, 2025

Admissions officers not only look at your final GPA, but also analyze your transcript, course rigor, extracurricular activities, summer programs, academic competitions, and other aspects of your application. Strategies to Improve your GPA in College Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is the Average Grading Method?

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 10, 2025

Grades are often the first big hurdle in the admissions process, and even the best extracurriculars or essays wont overshadow mediocre academic performance. Avoid the temptation to stack your schedule with easy electives just to pad your GPA admissions sees what youre trying to do.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

Duke is a highly selective school, so youll need to bring your A-game when it comes to grades, coursework, and extracurricular activities. When it comes to transcripts, Duke looks at everything from the courses you’ve taken to your grades, GPA , and class rank (if available). And heres the deal.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 21, 2025

GPA or higher , congrats! No minimum GPA ? GPA or higher ? Instead, CSUs focus on what really matters: your high school GPA and whether youve completed the A-G coursework (the usual lineup of math, English, science, social sciences, and electives). A GPA of 2.5 If youve got a 3.25 Not quite there? Double check.

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Admissions Village

DECEMBER 20, 2022

If you don’t have the official GPA transcript yet, that’s ok. You should try to include new academic information and also any new information about your extracurriculars. a) go to a college’s mission statement, if you have not done this in the original application, for why you and X college are a great fit.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

If you need more time to boost your grades, test scores, or extracurriculars, it might be better to wait for RD, even though the odds are lower. 3 words) What is your most meaningful extracurricular commitment, and what would you like us to know about it? So, what GPA do you need? 100 words) In one sentence, why Brown? (100

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 26, 2024

You want to make sure your transcript looks like you are this kind of candidate. TL;DR: if you hope to study Poli-Sci, you need to have Poli-Sci courses on your transcript. You want to craft a narrative and backup plan with your transcript. You need to prioritize a couple of high-commitment, quality extracurricular activities.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Youll need to prepare: High school transcripts Transcripts from all colleges youve attended SAT or ACT scores A mid-year report Letters of recommendation Major-specific items like a resume, portfolio, or statement Missing even one of these documents could delay your application, especially if youre aiming for the Ivies or other top universities.

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

1: Maintain a competitive GPA of at least 3.8 GPA minimum for transfer applicants, students should aim for a GPA of at least 3.8 GPA minimum for transfer applicants, students should aim for a GPA of at least 3.8 This response should emphasize your resilience and recent personal and academic growth.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Many colleges generally look for an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher, although a GPA of 2.0 More competitive schools might expect a GPA of 3.5 These letter grades are accompanied by a numerical value, known as Grade Point Average (GPA). The average GPA for students admitted to Ivy League schools is about 4.0,

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

The university isnt just looking for students with perfect grades and test scores, and it prioritizes well-rounded applicants with standout extracurriculars, leadership experience, and compelling personal stories. Strong extracurriculars, compelling essays, and a well-rounded application are a must. With an ED acceptance rate of 13.6%

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 16, 2025

Still, the university evaluates applicants holistically, meaning they look at everything from your GPA and essays to your extracurriculars and how youll contribute to the campus community. UChicago GPA Requirements UChicago wants students whove not only aced their classes but also challenged themselves with tough coursework.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 5, 2025

Official transcripts. Here are some tips to help your application stand out: Crush it with your GPA. Your GPA is super important. GPA or higher. If your GPA isnt there yet, dont freak out. Dont forget your extracurriculars. This is where it all starts. Columbias supplemental application. 85 application fee.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

Were here to walk you through everything you need to know, from GPA expectations to application tips. Here’s what you need to know about the UC Berkeley application process : High school transcript. GPA requirement. To be eligible for UC Berkeley, students need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 for non-residents).

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 2, 2025

To be eligible, you must be a high school senior admitted to the University of Arizona, be an Arizona resident who has attended an Arizona high school, be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident, and have a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.75 GPA is required to apply. The deadline to apply is January 10th. Learn more here.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

In this guide, well cover everything you need to know about applying to Wellesley, from GPA expectations to how to show off your strengths in your application. Heres what you need to know about the application requirements : High school transcript. Mid-year and final transcripts. Extracurricular activities.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 16, 2025

In this guide, well walk through everything you need to know, from GPA expectations to test scores, extracurriculars, and application tips. Heres what you need to know about the application requirements : High school transcript. Mid-year high school transcript. Final high school transcript. Let’s get started!

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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most-oft questions I get from families is some version of this: “Which is more important — grades or extracurricular activities? Grades are more important than your extracurricular activities. Many students, however, would prefer to believe that the grades on their transcripts don’t matter much.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Theyre still focused on finding those well-rounded applicantsnot just the ones with perfect grades and test scores, but those with standout extracurriculars, leadership, and unique stories. Sure, youll need top grades, but youll also need strong essays, standout extracurriculars, and glowing recommendation letters to really make your case.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

UT Austin Admission Requirements UT Austin GPA Requirements UT Austin SAT Requirements UT Austin ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into UT Austin UT Austin Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into UT Austin? Heres what youll need to submit : High school transcript.

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