My GPA in grade 9 was bad (but I did pass all my courses) and for first semester of grade 10 my GPA is just average, so I've been doing a lot of studying and I'm going to try and bring it up with my exams.Next semester I have English, business, civics and math, so I'm hoping to improve my GPA next semester even more.
Even if I do improve, is it still too late for college because I did so bad in grade 9 and first half of 10?
2007-12-18 14:11:11 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
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2007-12-18 14:15:10 · update #1
It doesn't help, but it's not the end either. You certainly have a chance to make it into some excellent programs IF you pull up your grades and maintain a high GPA throughout your senior year.
2007-12-25 10:37:23 · answer #1 · answered by ZenPenguin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
College is very different from high school, it is much less structured, and it is only up to you to make sure you get the work done. The B's are good, especially for your first semester, but obviously the D will be a problem. Talk to an advisor, most colleges have grade forgiveness policies which will allow you to re-take a course you did badly in to try and earn a higher grade to replace the old grade. But be careful, you can usually only do that 1-3 times depending on the college. Also, talk to your advisor about developing strong study habits that will work for you and that you can stick to, and maybe get involved in a study group as having peer support will help you. Finally, set specific goals for yourself; it's wonderful that you want to transfer and eventually go to med. school, but try to be more specific and set both long and short term goals. For example, decide on which university you want to transfer to, then meet with someone there to find out what their transfer guidelines are. This will give you some specific points to work on, like a certain GPA, or required courses to get into your major after transfer. Also, decide what grades you want to get and really focus on getting those grades. If you want A's you can get them, you just have to be realistic about how much work and time you will have to put into each course to get it. If you really want high grades but don't have enough time or energy to put out all the work necessary you can always cut down on the number of courses you are taking, at least until you get comfortable with your study schedule and habits, so that you can really devote yourself to the classes you are taking. Finally, if you find you are struggling in a class, talk to the professor right away, don't wait until you're already on your way to a low grade, most professors are more than willing to give you the help you need, or to help you find someone/something that can help. Good luck, and stick with it, keep focused on your goals and you can do it! Best wishes!
2016-05-24 23:38:45 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know some people whose GPAs were so low they almost didn't graduate. They went to two-year schools (like ITT Tech) on probation so they'd have an opportunity to show they could do the work. Being in a situation where the work was being applied to something of interest to them, they did extremely well. Both completed associate's degrees with high honors and went on to complete bachelor's degrees. One ended up teaching calculus at the tech school.
While I don't advocate letting your grades slip, take heart and know that it isn't "too late for college". Obviously, the better your grades the better your opportunities. Stay with the goal to improve your grades and you'll do well.
2007-12-18 14:29:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not.
Colleges usually use transcripts which show a record of all grades earned through 8-12. They look at the grades on a continuing level, and if you did poorly in one math class in the 8th, but did excellent in another in 10th, it won't matter.
Keep working at it though. Your grades are what matter, not your GPA.
At least its that way in my school. I sent in my GPA transcript to NKU and they sent it back with a note asking for my GRADES 8-12 transcript. :/
2007-12-18 14:17:18 · answer #4 · answered by Patient Paws 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my best advice is to take an SAT/ACT prep course.
colleges take you scores into consideration when determining whether you get in or not
exams do count for a good portion of you grade, so study for those more!
also, try volunteering, getting involved with school activities and clubs, and making small achivements
colleges will also look at this
good luck! :)
2007-12-18 14:15:40 · answer #5 · answered by nickname 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you can do well in your Junior year to improve your record.
But take a good look at jobs that don't require college, like being a plumber or an electrician. You don't need college to do well in life.
2007-12-18 14:14:52 · answer #6 · answered by John_in_Houston 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's definitely not too late. actually, college's are impressed if you bring your grades up. everyone goofed off when they were young (ok, most of us). it's never too late to get focused and improve. keep up the work and it'll pay off.
2007-12-18 14:20:08 · answer #7 · answered by Liberal & Proud! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How bad are you talking about? When i was a junior, my gpa was 2.6, and when i graduated, my gpa was 3.0, so if i did it, you can too!
Go to your counselor office
2007-12-18 14:31:21 · answer #8 · answered by michdur07 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No - It's never too late! Just keep trying hard from now on - I'm sure you'll do fine!
2007-12-18 14:15:38 · answer #9 · answered by Dominicks Granny 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
College only includes the Sophmore year of high school to the senior year. you can still raise it up, try harder.
2007-12-18 14:14:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋