Hey everyone, a friend of mine has a 1.0 GPA and is struggling to find colleges that would accept them. Is there any advice or a list of colleges that could give them a chance? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Hello! It's undoubtedly challenging to find colleges that accept students with a 1.0 GPA, but it's not impossible. Your friend may consider looking into community colleges as a starting point. These institutions tend to have more lenient admissions requirements and often don't require a specific high school GPA for admission. Community colleges can be an excellent stepping stone that allows students to improve their academic record before transferring to a four-year institution.
Additionally, there are a few colleges that operate on an open admissions policy. This means that they accept any student with a high school diploma or GED certificate, regardless of their GPA. Some of these colleges may require placement tests to determine a student's readiness for college-level courses, but they generally have a more accessible entry process.
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