I have a 3.74 unweighted GPA and a 4.12 weighted GPA and im going into my senior year. My SAT score is 1500.?

Question

Is it possible to go to schools like Stanford or UCLA. If not what should i improve at. Thanks

Answer 1

You fit a similar category as I did when I was applying... You'll get into many stellar schools, so congratulations. UCLA will be a breeze to get into for you, and for that matter if you are a california resident, you'll be able to get into any california public school, including also Berkeley or UCSD. Stanford, sees another type of applicant, where everyone who applies is just like you. So the key, and let me be very clear, the KEY, for private schools is your ESSAY! They want to see that YOU as a PERSON will be a good addition to their campus. They have no problem filling their admissions every year with thousands of very bright people like yourself, don't take it personally. But sit down, work on your essay, revise it, talk to a counselor, and think about this when you read it, What does this essay say about me? What would I think about this person, if I was reading for the first time. Colleges want Friendly, Outgoing, and Social people at their schools. If they had to choose from someone with a 4.0 and a 1550 with no social skills, and someone with a 4.0 and a 1500 with excellent social skills, they would pick the latter, because they want a stimulated activity on campus, where people aren't afraid to talk, and study together, make and create friendships.... Why do they care about this? Because private schools depend on alums to donate to their schools, statistically, students who are outgoing,and make lots of friends at school, tend to have more fond memories of school, and when they get rich, they are more likely to donate... hence the school prefers these students, for the future benefit of their budgets

Answer 2

A strong academic foundation in high school improves your odds of getting into a good school, but they're looking for more than just grades and scores... it's about extra-curricular activities and you as a whole person.

Some students find room for many activities; others prefer to concentrate on just a few. Either way, the test for any extracurricular should be whether it makes you happy - whether it feels right for you. Choose your activities because they really delight, intrigue and challenge you, not because you think they'll look impressive on your application.

These schools are looking for well-rounded individuals who are passionate about something and eager to expand their horizons. The only way they can tell this about you is from your application, so make sure you take don't leave your applications until the last minute. But remember they don't want the people whose applications they're reading to be caricatures of the perfect UCLA or Stanford student. They want people who are comfortable being themselves!

Answer 3

yes, most likely you could get into those schools. However, you also need to show extracurricular activities, like sports, clubs, afterschool jobs, community volunteerism, etc. They need to see that you have something to give back to the community, not just that you get good grades.

The classes you take are important, as well. So I am assuming a weighted GPA shows that you have taken honors and AP classes as well, that helps, too. you have a good chance at both those schools, but the whole package counts, not just your GPA and SAT.

Answer 4

Its too late to improve, you will get into UCLA if you live in California (they give preference to in state residents) but Stanford is a long shot unless you have a legacy. talk to your guidance counselor.

when you get to college make sure to save cash by purchasing your books online, only suckers pay campus bookstore prices!

Answer 5

What should you improve? Your writing ability. A big part of the application is essays. If your essay has as many mistakes as your question, I don't think they'd look twice.

Answer 6

You could go there, but I doubt you would be admitted considering that I do not believe your scores. is not a question, so why is there a question mark at the end? Also, you typed a lower case 'i'. As someone who works at a University, these errors are highly discouraging.

Answer 7

never hurts to try. go for it. whats the worst that can happen they say no but just remember to have backup schools just in case ok.. good luck to ya.

Answer 8

Why don't you send in an application? They could tell you better than anyone else.

Answer 9

Make sure you are also involved in extra curricular activities.