I've heard UC Irvine has fairly high academic standards. Does anyone know what the average GPA is for admitted students? I'm curious where I stand in the pool of applicants.
As of the most recent data available, the average GPA for admitted students at UC Irvine is approximately 4.0. This is on a weighted scale, which UC schools use to calculate GPA. This more or less places UC Irvine in the range of selective schools, so you'd want to aim for a GPA not too far from this average.
However, remember that having a GPA that's around or above the school average significantly boosts your chances but is not a guarantee of admission. Other aspects of your application, such as your essays, extracurricular involvement, and letters of recommendation also matter.
Take some time to evaluate your application holistically and make sure each section is as strong as it can be. For example, you might focus on depicting your interests and passions through your extracurricular activities and ensuring your essays convey who you are as a person and student. You've got this!
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