I'm applying regular decision to a few colleges and I'm wondering if they consider your first semester senior year grades. Do they typically wait for these grades before making a decision?
Yes, colleges typically do consider your first semester senior year grades when reviewing regular decision applications. These grades are generally included in your mid-year report, which is submitted by your high school counselor.
Remember, though it depends on the specific timelines of each college, admissions officers may start reviewing applications before these grades are available. However, they often hold off on making final decisions until these grades come in, as they can provide valuable information about your current academic trajectory.
In some cases, if you have significantly improved your GPA during the first semester of your senior year, it could positively influence your application. On the flip side, a significant drop in grades could negatively impact your application. As always, maintaining strong academic performance throughout your entire high school career, including the first semester of senior year, is important.
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