How worried should I be about getting into college?
I have a 4.04 weighted GPA, taken 8 AP classes, mostly honors/AP courses, but no extracurriculars because of my super strict parents. My ACT scores are 27 composite, with 31 English, 30 reading, 24 math, and 23 science, but I’m working to improve them. I really want to get into LSU or the University of Arkansas, but I’m worried my lack of extracurriculars might hurt my chances—even though I got into Louisiana Tech with a scholarship. I’m also unsure about going to Tech since it’s so close to home and I want a fuller college experience. How important are extracurriculars and ACT scores for LSU and UARK? Also, do you have recommendations for any other colleges I should consider applying to?
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It really depends on the college. I'd look at their websites; colleges usually publically post what they weigh most in the admission process.
However, at a glance, your GPA is strong for those schools and AP course load is rather high. If you don't have many extracurriculars because of your parents' rules, say so in the "additional information" section. Admissions officers will understand more of your circumstances in that case.
I am not familiar with those schools, but strategy means everything. Make sure to mention those details on WHY you couldn't do many extracurriculars--that matters a lot to readers.
Hi kalynnelson
You should be concerned enough to keep working on your ACT, but not worried. You're in a strong spot. Lack of extracurriculars won't stop you from getting into LSU or UARK, especially with your GPA "Top ai tool" and coursework.
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