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Unweighted GPA: 3.7
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SAT: 720 math
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| 800 verbal
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GPA for Syracuse University?

Is there a minimum GPA required for Syracuse University? My grades are good, but I'm just wondering how competitive it is.

a year ago

While Syracuse University does not designate an official minimum GPA for admissions purposes, it is a competitive institution and average GPAs of admitted students tend to be pretty high. According to recent data, the average GPA for admitted students is approximately 3.8 on a 4.0 scale.

It's important to note, however, that Syracuse, like many other universities, employs a holistic admissions process, meaning they consider all aspects of your application, not just your GPA. Strong essays, letters of recommendation, extracurricular accomplishments, and, until recently, standardized test scores, all play a role in admissions decisions.

Remember, a lower GPA can sometimes be offset if the other areas of your application are particularly strong. That being said, the higher your GPA, the better your chances are when applying to institutions with competitive admit rates such as Syracuse. Good luck with your application process!

a year ago

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