I'm a sophomore right now in highschool, I am worried about my progress in school. Last years GPA was a 3.51. which is fairly low (especially since I am an asian male). I know I can get at least a 3.8 this year, and possibly a 4.1 next year.
Do colleges like it if your GPA increases throughout the four years? Or am I screwed already because even if I average 3.51, 3.8, 4.1, and 4.25, my final GPA is still only 3.92?
2007-01-03 09:46:48 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Colleges definitely look at improvement positively. Each college will also approach the criteria differently. Some compare the applicant pool and select students who they feel are a good fit; others base decisions solely on individual student performance and expected achievement.
Continue to improve, prepare for standardized exams (SATs, ACTs), be involved, and research the colleges in which you are interested. I am sure that you will find a school that will help to prepare you for your successful future.
Good luck.
2007-01-03 09:58:11 · answer #1 · answered by ellemarie888 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consider that Colleges want a well-rounded student. If you finish with a 3.92 GPA (with a good SAT I and II score) AND extracurricular activities, you will be accepted into many schools. Colleges rather have the a student who was in mock trial, ran track, president of volunteer organization, wrote for school news paper and a reasonably good GPA (3.5+), then a student who did nothing during high school except get a good GPA.
So, DO EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES! Besides, it'll give you something to talk about for your personal statement!
2007-01-03 09:56:46 · answer #2 · answered by trer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While solid, high performance would be "better," the next best thing is improved performance throughout your high school years.
Assuming you are taking the highest level/most rigorous course load you can, it sounds like you're doing fairly well. Schools like AP and Honors courses much more than non (of course.)
Remember to get in some solid extracurriculars, community service, etc.
Depending on the schools you're interested in you'll need SAT and SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT, so work on those, as well.
2007-01-03 14:07:11 · answer #3 · answered by Shars 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A 3.5 is not a bad thing. Colleges will see the increase on your transcript, anyway.
Take honors classes (at my school they were weighted higher: I gradauted with a 4.4 or something ridiculous because I took AP classes).
Also, get involved in clubs and sports. They do take notice of that stuff. It really can be the deciding factor when you already have competitive grades.
2007-01-03 09:53:14 · answer #4 · answered by cards736 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are fine. Just don't apply to competative colleges like Yale or Harvard lol. Keep your average around the 3.0 GPA, which doesn't look like a problem for you.
Keep up the good work and keep pushing that GPA!! (with no stress though...Highschool is fun so have fun!)
2007-01-03 09:55:06 · answer #5 · answered by Jimmy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They like improvement, or maintaining of good GPA. a 3.92 will still get you into plenty of good colleges, if your tests and everything else is ok.
2007-01-03 09:49:29 · answer #6 · answered by Jordan D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh, you're GPA isn't too bad. A 3.0 is alot more than some people have. That F won't look good on your transcript, but if you just keep your grades up for the rest of high school your over all GPA will be fine. Colleges like to look at your GPA and ACT scores, and they give you a score based off the two of them. You can look up the chart online, and it will show you what that score is. Your GPA will tell colleges how hard of a worker you are, and that's important. They don't look at your freshmen year so much as they do your sophomore and junior, so again, you'll be fine. Taking those AP and honors classes can up your GPA too, which will look great to colleges. Study good, and your finals will be good. There are many different scholarships that you can get, and they're looking for people that they know will finish school and get their moneys worth. So keep your grades up for the next three years, and talk with your councilors in the next few years. They can definitely help you find and apply for good scholarships. I hope that answered your questions, please try hard and GOOD LUCK!
2016-05-22 23:50:15 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They like grade increases, but for the ultra competitive schools like Harvard, you're most likely screwed unless you have some amazing and unique extra curriculer activity.
2007-01-03 09:55:05 · answer #8 · answered by Linkin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They love to see improvment in G.P.A'S
2007-01-03 09:54:50 · answer #9 · answered by Viva La Vida 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋