Hey friends, does anyone have info on the GPA UCLA generally accepts? I'm quite stressed over where I currently am and I want to make sure I'm on the right path. Thanks in advance!
UCLA is highly selective, with the Fall 2023 incoming class having an average GPA within the following ranges:
- Weighted GPA: 4.37-4.74
- Unweighted GPA: 3.95-4.00
However, let's keep in mind that every year the applicant pool varies and individual results can be quite different.
While GPA is a prominent factor, it doesn't tell the entire admissions story. UCLA also considers factors like your course rigor (how many honors, APs, IB, etc. courses you've taken), your essays, extracurricular involvement, and work or volunteer experiences. Your application is evaluated holistically—which means that it's everything you present that counts, not just your GPA.
To boost your application, try to enroll in challenging classes and maintain good grades. Simultaneously, spend time creating a compelling personal essay and engage in meaningful extracurricular activities. The objective is to demonstrate your potential to excel not only as a student but as a member of their campus community.
Remember, these figures are only averages, implying that people get in with lower GPAs and don't get in with higher GPAs. Keep working hard, but don't let stress over a number deter you from applying if UCLA is really where you want to go. Stay optimistic and keep striving!
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