Hey guys! I'm starting to put together my college list and UC Davis really caught my eye. Do any of you know what the minimum GPA for admission is at UC Davis? Thanks!
Hello! While there isn't a strictly defined minimum GPA for UC Davis admissions, it is a competitive school and a higher GPA is generally favorable. It's important to consider the context of your school's grading scale and your chosen major or program when evaluating your GPA.
For some context, UC Davis reported a middle 50% GPA range of 4.03-4.27 (weighted) and 3.82-4.00 (unweighted) for admitted students in Fall 2023. This means that 25% of admitted students had a GPA below a 4.03 (weighted) or 3.82 (unweighted), and 25% had a GPA above a 4.27 (weighted) or 4.00 (unweighted).
However, keep in mind that GPA is just one facet of your application, and UC schools, including UC Davis, use a holistic review process that takes into account a variety of factors like your course rigor, extracurriculars, and essays.
To increase your chances, make sure to challenge yourself with Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes and excel in your extracurriculars while also crafting strong essays. Keep working hard, and good luck with your college applications!
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