Hey y'all! I'm considering applying to North Carolina State University. I'm really curious about the GPA they look for in potential students. Would really appreciate the insight.
North Carolina State University, like many universities, places significant emphasis on a student's academic performance during high school. While they consider all aspects of your application, your GPA can play a critical role in demonstrating your academic preparedness.
The recent available data on their website shared the average weighted GPA was between 4.24 - 4.5. However, please note that this number represents an average, meaning there are admitted students who had higher and lower GPAs.
Keep in mind that NC State University looks at each application in its entirety. They consider not just your GPA, but also the rigor of your high school coursework (like the presence of AP or IB classes), your SAT/ACT scores (test optional for applicants with a weighted GPA of 2.8 or above), the quality of your essays, and your extracurriculars among other factors. Students with a strong academic record coupled with a robust and meaningful engagement in extracurricular activities are often in a good position in the admissions process!
Just a side note: NC State also takes grade trends into consideration. So, an upward trend in grades can be viewed favorably, even if your early high school grades were not stellar.
Best of luck with your application process!
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