Hey, everyone! I'm planning on applying to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and I was wondering if anyone knew the average GPA of admitted students? Also, does anyone know how much they consider course difficulty? Thanks in advance for all the help!
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) admits students with a variety of GPA ranges, however, the average unweighted GPA generally falls between 3.68 and 4.0. Admission to UIUC is competitive, and they do look beyond just your GPA in their decision process.
In terms of course difficulty, like most universities, UIUC indeed considers the rigor of your high school coursework when evaluating your application. This is because they want to see evidence that you'll be able to handle a challenging college course load.
Bearing this in mind, it's usually a good idea to take rigorous courses such as APs or college-level classes, if available at your high school. UIUC will take into consideration that you've pushed yourself and undertaken these more challenging classes, especially if you've performed well in them.
Remember that GPA is but one factor of many in the admissions process. UIUC will also consider things like your test scores (unless you're applying test-optional), extracurricular involvement, essays, and recommendation letters. The key is to present a well-rounded application that showcases your capabilities and interests. Best of luck to you!
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