Hey guys, I'm really interested in Georgia Tech for engineering and I was wondering what kind of GPA they generally look for in applicants? I know it's competitive, but I just want to have a better idea of what to aim for.
Georgia Tech is indeed a competitive school, especially for engineering programs. While there's no specific GPA cutoff, admitted students typically have strong academic records.
According to Georgia Tech's admitted student profile, the middle 50% unweighted GPA range for freshmen admitted in Fall 2021 was 4.0-4.7 (weighted on a 4.0 scale). This means that 25% of admitted students had a weighted GPA below 4.0, and another 25% had a weighted GPA above 4.7. It's important to note that these numbers might vary for each admissions cycle.
While GPA is an important factor, Georgia Tech also considers other aspects of your application, such as your SAT or ACT scores, course rigor, extracurricular involvement, essays, and letters of recommendation. Strive to maintain a high GPA, but remember to balance it with other components of your application for a well-rounded profile. Good luck!
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