I've got my sights on Clemson and was just wondering, does anyone have an idea of what GPA they're typically looking for? It'd help me a ton to know what I should be aiming for in terms of my grades.
Clemson University does not have a specific GPA cutoff, as they review applications holistically. However, I can provide you with some general statistics to give you a better idea of the academic profile of admitted students.
For the class of 2024, the middle 50% range of high school GPAs for accepted students was 4.19-4.62 (weighted) on a 5.0 scale. Keep in mind that this range represents the middle 50% of accepted students, meaning that 25% of admitted students had GPAs below 4.19 and another 25% had GPAs above 4.62. Therefore, while there is no absolute requirement, a strong GPA within or above this range can be helpful in securing admission to Clemson.
Do keep in mind that Clemson considers other factors in addition to GPA such as standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. Maintaining a strong GPA is important, but make sure you're also focusing on other aspects of your application for the best chances of admission.
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