AdmissionSight

JANUARY 17, 2025

While many factors influence your chances of admission to this prestigious school, understanding UC Berkeleys GPA requirements is essential. UC Berkeley is competitive, so meeting the minimum GPA requirements is just the beginning. What GPA Does UC Berkeley Require? What Is the UC Berkeley Average GPA? and 4.65.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Not everyone feels confident when it comes to taking tests. You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The landscape of college admissions continues to shift as universities re-evaluate the role of standardized testing in the application process. In a major policy change, the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) has announced that it will reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 19, 2025

Alongside the ACT , this test aims to give colleges a peek at how well you might handle their courses. Even though youve outscored 12% of test takers, it likely wont be enough to open doors to numerous schools. While this score is on the lower end, there are still schools that consider a range of applicants beyond just test scores.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

One of the big questions that might be swirling around in your head is: Is Duke test-optional? Dukes Test-Optional Policy Duke SAT Scores Duke ACT Scores Duke University Admission Requirements Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways Dukes Test-Optional Policy For the 2024-2025 admissions cycle, Duke University is test-optional.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Harvard takes a holistic approach to admissions, meaning they dont just focus on grades and test scores. Harvard will review your GPA , grades, and the rigor of your coursework to evaluate your academic performance. Academic Excellence: GPA, Standardized Tests, and Course Rigor Getting into Harvard University is simply tough.

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Ivy Central

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In the last blog, I discussed Grade Point Average or GPA, how it is calculated and how it makes an essential contribution to the profile you present to colleges at application time. If colleges consider your GPA to be important, then you should too. Organise yourself Getting organized is one of the easiest ways of raising your GPA.

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Ivy Central

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Most people aspiring to apply to college in the US will be familiar with the acronym GPA. In this article, I will dig deeper to understand the different types of GPAs, how they are calculated, and their significance in the college application process. What is a GPA? GPA is an acronym for Grade Point Average. D 60 – 69% 1.0

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 3, 2025

In this blog, well talk about what a 960 SAT score really means, whether or not you should retake the test, and how you can move forward to reach your college goals. Scoring 960 on the SAT places you around the 41st percentile , meaning you performed better than about a third of test-takers nationwide. How Good Is a 960 SAT Score?

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 23, 2023

After the COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult or impossible for many students to take the ACT and the SAT, the vast majority of American colleges and universities chose to institute temporary (or, in some cases, permanent) test-optional policies. Which colleges will be test-optional for the Class of 2024? But Spark is here to help!

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 23, 2023

After the COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult or impossible for many students to take the ACT and the SAT, the vast majority of American colleges and universities chose to institute temporary (or, in some cases, permanent) test-optional policies. Which colleges will be test-optional for the high school Class of 2024 (a.k.a.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Mid 50% Admitted Average GPA: 4.17-4.40 GPA -Please remember this is not the GPA students see on their high school transcript, but rather the GPA that UGA recalculates for everyone based on the core academic courses taken in high school and looking at the actual grades posted on the transcripts.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

JANUARY 9, 2025

The average core course GPA for the entire applicant pool is roughly a 3.81 using the UGA GPA calculation method. This is not the GPA you see on your HS transcript , as that is usually very different from our GPA. We see such a wide variety of HS GPAs and grading scales, ranging from 4.0,

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Admissions Village

DECEMBER 1, 2022

GPA is not the same as a Pre-Covid 4.0. The University of San Diego (who is test blind) has expanded tutoring services and invited all first-year students to campus a week early, at the college’s expense, for Science Lab boot camps because the students probably missed that in high school. MIT made this decision last spring.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

These scholarships typically require excellent grades, high test scores, and sometimes additional criteria like leadership, community service, or extracurricular involvement. However, many colleges are moving away from mandatory test scores, so double-check the requirements for each scholarship. Eligibility: Must be a U.S.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

According to the College Board’s data , a 1300 SAT score is a solid achievement, placing you in the top 9% of test-takers nationally and 14% among active college applicants. Colleges also examine your GPA , extracurricular activities, essays, and recommendations. Practice full-length tests. Should You Retake the SAT?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

To boost your chances, focus on maintaining a strong GPA , engaging in extracurriculars, and showcasing what makes you unique. One of the first things you need to focus on is your GPA. For example, the GPA of students admitted for Fall 2024 ranged between 4.00 No need to worry about test scores and recommendation letters!

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 4, 2025

The test is designed to challenge you, but reaching a top score is possible with the right approach. Well also break down key strategies for each test section so you can maximize your score. Lets say you got a 1400 on the SAT , congratsyoure in the 97th percentile, meaning you did better than 97% of test-takers. Plug in numbers.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

A big reason for this surge is the rise of test-optional policies and increased global access to higher education. This means more competition for every spot and higher expectations for grades, test scores, essays, and extracurriculars. According to UPenn’s 2023-2024 Common Data Set , the average GPA for admitted students is 3.9.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Back When Middle 50% ranges- There was a time when publishing the middle 50% GPA and SAT/ACT range of admitted students was extremely helpful. GPAs were more uniform and test scores were required of all applicants. Over time, however, as high schools created more and more GPA ranges, i.e. 4.0, I am just pro transparency.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Admissions officers mark each individual factor (grades, test scores, essays, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, etc.) You have a GPA that is a mathematical representation of your performance through high school. And this GPA is used to compare your performance with other students at your school.

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Koodoos Learning

OCTOBER 9, 2022

The test-optional movement started almost 50 years ago at Bowdoin College, but in the past few years, more and more colleges have joined along. Recently, diversity concerns may have led to more colleges deciding to go test optional. that are now test-optional, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing.”

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 4, 2024

In this ever-changing college admissions landscape, the role of standardized testing remains a hot topic (and source of confusion). Understanding how these tests fit into the broader admissions process can help demystify their purpose and highlight strategies you can use to enhance your applications.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Excel Academically Maintain a high GPA, especially in quantitative and analytical courses. Graduate School Testing Conquer the GRE, GMAT, and LSAT with our expert tutors and be prepared to excel. Study Abroad or Pursue Global Experiences As business becomes increasingly global, international experiences can set you apart.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 6, 2023

The future of standardised tests. We have also seen an increase in colleges going Test Blind, most noticeably the University of California colleges, meaning that even if students do send a test score colleges won’t use it when making decisions on acceptance.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

Even with high GPA and test scores, your chances may be slim if you dont excel in other areas they value. Stanford places weight on grades and GPA. Standardized test scores (optional). Stanfords average GPA Admitted students have an average GPA of 3.9, Holistic admissions process. Limited seats.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

To stand out, make sure your essays, test scores, and extracurriculars show youre not just academically strong but also a great fit for UChicago. This round gives you extra timemaybe to improve your grades or test scoresbut its still binding, just like ED I. Heres how to stand out in a sea of applicants: Target GPA Lets talk numbers.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

UT AUSTIN: STANDARDIZED TESTING REQUIRED After four years of test-optional admissions for undergraduate admissions, the University of Texas at Austin will once again require standardized testing scores , beginning with applications for the Fall 2025 semester. Also, with an abundance of high school GPAs surrounding 4.0,

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 18, 2025

THE RISE OF THE HIGH SCHOOL GPA Colleges can easily notice school-specific grade inflation by looking at the schools yearly college profile. Many schools provide the colleges with a breakdown of GPAs or a grade distribution chart, like the ones below. GPA, which translates to an A-/B+ average.

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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). Guaranteed Transfer: Sometimes applicants are denied admission as a first-year student but are offered the option to transfer into the college at a later date if certain conditions like minimum GPA and required courses are met.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 14, 2025

The mid 50% UGA GPA is 4.08 – 4.35, with a 4.22 Please remember this is not the GPA students see on their high school transcript, but rather the GPA that UGA recalculates for everyone based on the core academic courses taken in high school and looking at the actual grades posted on the transcripts.

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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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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. While it may be beneficial to take both tests, this blog will answer the question, “Do you need both ACT and SAT for college? While both are standardized tests, there are a few key differences between them.

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Admitted

JULY 22, 2024

Baker Colleges and universities nationwide turned to test-optional admission policies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Motivations for this movement included inequitable patterns in test taking, test preparation, and test scores that systematically disadvantaged racially minoritized and low-income students in the admission process.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 15, 2025

For USC, the middle 50-percent average GPA (unweighted) was 3.77-4.00. At UCLA, the average unweighted GPA for Fall 2024 admits was 4.0. USC remains test-optional while test scores are not considered at any of the UC schools.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

Well also go over the GPA , test score requirements, and income limits you need to know about to qualify for financial aid. Target GPA/Test Scores: 4.2+ GPA, 1500-1580 SAT, or 34-36 ACT Harvards financial aid program is one of the most generous out there. Target GPA/Test Scores: 3.9+ So, lets dive in!

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