Hi all, San Diego State is one of my dream schools and I'm trying to see if I can get in with my current GPA. Does anyone know what the average GPA for San Diego State is, or what GPA they typically look for in applicants? Would appreciate any insights.
Certainly, I can help with that. San Diego State University (SDSU) is known for its competitive admissions process. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at SDSU was 3.87 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. That being said, in the realm of college admissions, hard numbers like GPA or standardized test scores are just one part of the equation.
SDSU, similar to other colleges, also takes into account your level of coursework rigor. That means having a high GPA is great, but having a high GPA with rigorous courses like AP or IB is even better. It shows you've been challenging yourself acadically.
Remember that extracurriculars, essays, and letters of recommendation also play a significant role in the application process. Tier 1 and Tier 2 activities can really boost your application as well.
Finally, if you have some time before you apply, it never hurts to try and raise your GPA a bit more. Every little bit helps! Good luck with your application to SDSU. It's a great school!
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