I have 3.7 gpa and iam going to high school next year and i really love oxford it is totally cool.
2007-01-25 13:57:23 · 24 answers · asked by africankid 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
~Not now as an enrolled student, no, you can't. You haven't been to high school yet and rumor has it that a high school diploma is required for admission.
2007-01-25 14:12:28 · answer #1 · answered by Oscar Himpflewitz 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sure why not....your gpa seems good enough right now. Just do a lot of extracurriculars and show them that you are multi-faceted. Take at least one leadership position. Expand on some hobbies.
Just keep in mind that Oxford is one of the top universities in the world.
I know my university has an exchange program with oxford. If you are an upstanding student they offer you a chance to apply. Just an idea if you don't get into oxford first try.
Give it a shot it can't hurt. If you like the UK there are a lot of other places to study there too. University of London (which has like 10 different campuses), Cambridge University, etc etc
2007-01-25 14:12:27 · answer #2 · answered by bruce_eel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oxford and Cambridge are supposedly the two best unis in the country but it depends on the course you want to take and just on what's right for you. I've heard that even the top unis will only be asking for one A* along with 2 As as otherwise it is unfair on state school pupils. I even read that some of the top unis are against bringing in A*s just for that reason. I go to an average state school and applied to Oxford to study biology. I was predicted 3 As, had good GCSE results and got an interview. I didn't get in but that really isn't the point. Go for it because you have as good a chance as anyone. It really isn't as impossible as everyone makes it out to be. Good luck!
2016-03-29 02:54:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry but chances are a little low, oxford is one of the best schools in the world. as all good schools require, you need to do extra curricular activities, good scores on the SAT and the ACT. a really good GPA helps, community service, and when you write the letter to the school it has to be no less than amazing. you need good contacts and its always best to be within the top 10 or 5 in your class. if you want to get in, they probably want a 5.5 gpa, ( in my area, 5.0 is a A in a honers class and 6.0 is an A in an AP class)
2007-01-25 14:31:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the classes you take. If you take really hard classes and get 4.0, then you should have a good chance. Of course that's after good SAT scores and an impressive essay written to the school on why you should get in. I would also check the brochure and make sure theres a black guy somewhere in there. It's a proven fact that 90% of all colleges only accept people based on who's in their brochure. J/K. No but really good luck.
I'd like to add that redneck_woman is a racist and should be stabbed.
2007-01-25 14:19:25 · answer #5 · answered by Brandon14_99 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your next 4 years will show whether or not you can get in. Work hard at what you love, do great in your classes, get great standardized test scores, learn how to write thoughtfully & concisely (your essay!), get involved outside of school (hobbies, honor societies, jobs, etc.), look for learning opportunities (e.g., volunteering in an area you're interested in, starting your own business or outreach organization, national science/music competitions, etc.) during the summer. How many other people have great scores too? You have to stand out: Good luck!
2007-01-25 14:16:49 · answer #6 · answered by joie_du_cor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Work hard in high school. Check out Oxford's website. The link below is for the admissions department.
http://www.admissions.ox.ac.uk/
2007-01-25 14:13:54 · answer #7 · answered by lolabellaquin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good for you, now's the time to plan it. You seem like a motivated person, and if you keep your goal in mind, you just might achieve your dream. Don't forget, that GPA isn't everything. They also look at your after-school activities, so look into volunteer work now. This way you'll have references from places you volunteer for, proving your comittment to society as well as your marks. If you're good at sports, get on school teams, or city/district teams. Basically, everything you can put down in writing as your experience will help you. Good references from people in the area you plan to study would be a bonus.
2007-01-25 14:14:04 · answer #8 · answered by ladybugewa 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's possible, but I believe you will have to take the TOELF or another overseas test because I think (but I'm not sure) that the SATS are obsolete across seas.
Oxford has a summer program for Americans in highschool. I was invited to it but could not afford it. I suggest you try it out. It's outline looked FANTASTIC
2007-01-25 14:12:55 · answer #9 · answered by Tasha 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
can i get into oxford university?
I have 3.7 gpa and iam going to high school next year and i really love oxford it is totally cool.
YOU THINK YOU'RE OXFORD MATERIAL?? YOU CANNOT EVEN GET SIMPLE PUNCTUATION RIGHT!!!
COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS IN YOUR FUTURE!!! TOTALLY COOL!! LIKE, FAR OUT MAN!!!
2007-01-25 14:15:51 · answer #10 · answered by BABIES ÜBER ALLES! 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ok, high school is A LOT more difficult than middle school. Generally, Oxford and Cambridge do not take Americans...they prefer Brits...but you can always try, but don't get your hopes up...sorry :(
2007-01-25 18:28:58 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋