Hi! I'm a junior starting to think about college applications, and Western Carolina University caught my eye. Do any of you know what the GPA expectations are for admissions? What's the average admitted students' GPA like? Any info is appreciated!
Hello! Western Carolina University is a moderately selective school. To give you an idea of the GPA expectations, the average high school GPA of admitted students is around 3.87 on a 4.0 unweighted scale. However, keep in mind that these numbers can vary from year to year, and admissions are not solely based on GPA.
Though GPA is an important factor, the admissions process also considers other aspects of your profile, such as your course rigor, test scores (if available), extracurricular activities, and essays. Demonstrating strong involvement and commitment in extracurriculars, along with good writing skills in your essays, will help bolster your application and make you more competitive as a candidate, even if your GPA is slightly below the average.
It's always a good idea to aim for a GPA as high or higher than the average admitted students' GPA to increase your chances of being admitted. However, remember that there is no "guaranteed" GPA for admission, as the process looks at multiple factors in each applicant's profile. Good luck with your college applications!
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