Hey guys, I'm a junior interested in applying to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Can anyone give me an idea of what a competitive GPA would look like for UT Knoxville? Any info is much appreciated, thanks!
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT Knoxville) doesn't have a strict minimum GPA requirement, but to be a competitive applicant, it's helpful to know the average GPA of admitted students. For UT Knoxville, the average high school GPA of admitted students is usually between 4.04-4.46 on a weighted scale. This range indicate that most successful applicants tend to have mostly As or A- in their high school coursework, and make an effort to challenge themselves with challenging courses, like APs or IB.
However, it's important to remember that UT Knoxville practices a holistic admissions process, which means they consider other factors in addition to your GPA when evaluating your application. These factors include your course rigor, extracurricular activities, application essays, and letters of recommendation. Demonstrating strengths in these areas could help counterbalance a slightly lower GPA.
With that said, it's always a good idea to aim for the highest GPA you can achieve. You want to have a well-rounded application, but an excellent GPA is a great starting point. Good luck!
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