I maintained a 4.0 GPA and higher my Freshmen year and Junior 1st semester, I hope to do the same by the end of my 2nd semester. HOWEVER, my grades dropped immensely Sophomore year, I had 5 C's...it was mainly due to a lot of family and personal problems during that year, should I include that reasoning on my college application? Also, I am currently in a dual enrollment program at my high school and I am set to graduate high school with a diploma AND an associates degree from a local community college! Should I include that info or no?
I would say definitely include the fact that you will graduate with a diploma and an associates degree. That should be to your advantage.
As fas as the reasons behind C's, it really depends on the situation. I completely understand if you would rather not share with me, but I cannot really give a solid suggestion on what and how to say if I don't know the gist of your situation. If you are comfortable sharing, you can reply and give me a few details, but if not, I recommend that you research what to include and not to include as reasons for low grades.
Hey :)
You should definitely include the reasoning! You’ve shown to be an incredible student, and colleges do understand if circumstances caused your energy to be elsewhere for a little while. Also, definitely include the dual enrollment and the associates.
Good luck and I wish you all the best!
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To keep it somewhat simple. During my Sophomore year, my parents nearly split it. I was mentally preparing myself to live with one of my parents, but my parents then decided to ignore the situation that happened, and stayed together...On top of that because of my parents issues I was forced to stopped attending therapy during my Sophomore year, causing my issues with anxiety to come back.