If I got low grades in the 11th grade, like in the 70s, but took hard classes do I still have hope off making?

Question

it into a good college? like NYU or something

Answer 1

I think it is possible (particularly if your classes were at the honours/AP level,) but you have to make up for your average grades in other ways.

Make sure to get outstanding references and letters of recommendation, write well thought out essays emphasizing what makes you a desirable university candidate, and any special experiences or talents you may have in your academic field. Do as best as you can on either the SAT/ ACT.

I had some average grades in High School but was able to go to a Big Ten University and obtained very high grades because I followed all of the advice I just gave you. Best of luck I am sure there's a university out there for you :)

Answer 2

If you were working as hard as you could and made those 70's, why would you want to go to a "good college"?

Seriously, they are considered "good" because they demand a lot from students and turn out graduates who really know their stuff. If you are struggling that hard, go to an easier-to-get-into school where you can ramp up your skills and knowledge. No school is so bad that a really determined student, even if not well-prepared, can't get a great education. For one thing, most faculty will be thrilled to have a serious student in the midst of ones who just want a degree without actually having to learn anything. Those faculty will be love you more than your own parents--trust me, I've been one.

On the other hand, if you were dormant in those hard classes and making 70's, you can do what the other folks who've answered tell you and try to ace the SAT. The bad news about that is that, when the admissions committee looks at an application with average grades and stellar test scores, they think, "Smart kid. Is he lazy, overcommitted (like to a job or sport of GF) or a druggie?"

If you anticipate their thoughts, you'll get out ahead of this and explain why your grades were low in 11th grade, but you're making high A's in 12th (Yes, you'll need to do that, too.) Don't use any explanation that isn't at least partially true or that you can't make sound plausible to adults who don't much like you. (Try out the explanation on an old girlfriend's parents and see if they'll buy it.)

PS. If you don't know "anticipate." "plausible" and "dormant," you should start studying TODAY for the SAT.

Answer 3

It's great that you are taking hard classes, but grades in the 70s will be a problem from the perspective of "good" colleges. They have the cream of the crop to pick from, and it's hard to imagine how you can overcome those grades with enough to stand out and to make yourself worth the gamble.

But, never say never...I suggest you do your best (short of cheating!) to get your grades up for the beginning of next year. If your SATs aren't high, study/prep and take them again.

There are many "good" colleges below those considered the top tier. I'm sure, in the end, you'll find one that fits well with your goals and needs.

Good luck!

Answer 4

LOL......do you have a nearly perfect SAT score? Good colleges don't want under achievers. College is much more difficult than high school, in that you are all on your own. You have to have the discipline to study and attend classes without your parents riding you. If you can't do that in high school with the added guidance of parents, what are college's supposed to think?

Answer 5

That depends on your final GPA, SAT scores, extra curricular activities, application essay combined. A few low grades won't hurt your chances of getting into a good college. But if your grades were low AND your SAT's weren't that great and you weren't involved in anything, then that's a different story.

Answer 6

Sorry, it's doubtful since you can't spell.

Answer 7

do well on your SATs.