I'm a junior interested in applying to the University of Alabama next year, but I can't find a solid answer about what GPA they're looking for? Does anyone have an idea or stat I could rely on? Thanks.
The University of Alabama (UA) provides detailed information about the academic profiles of its accepted students each year. For the most recent incoming freshman class at UA (2024-2025), the middle 50% GPA range was between 3.68 and 4.0 on a 4.0 unweighted scale. So, successful applicants generally had strong academic performances in high school.
However, keep in mind that admissions are not solely based on GPA. Factors like your SAT/ACT scores, if you choose to submit them, high school course rigor, leadership experiences, personal essays, and extracurricular activities could all play significant roles in the admissions process at UA. It's always a good idea to aim for a high GPA, but don't neglect these other aspects of your application as well.
For more information about the application process and what UA might be looking for, you can get in touch with a University of Alabama admissions advisor: https://adm.ua.edu/portal/find_my_recruiter.
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