Hey y'all, I'm a junior interested in applying to Cal State Northridge (CSUN) next year. Can anyone fill me in on the average GPA they typically expect from their applicants? Thanks a ton!
Hey there! Cal State Northridge (CSUN) primarily considers your high school coursework and GPA as part of their admission process. According to CSUN's Freshman Admission Requirements, they use an eligibility index that combines your GPA and standardized test scores. As of now, CSUN, like other Cal State schools, is test-blind, so they are putting more weight on the GPA.
While the average GPA for admitted students varies year by year, a competitive GPA for CSUN would be around a 3.0-3.6 on a weighted 4.0 scale. Keep in mind that this is just a general range for applicants, and CSUN admits students with GPAs above and below this range too, depending on other factors in their applications.
It's essential to focus on maintaining strong academic performance during your junior year and challenging yourself with rigorous courses whenever possible. Your course rigor and performance will help provide a more robust application and show CSUN that you're prepared for college-level coursework. Good luck!
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