I've been working hard at keeping my GPA up and NC state is on my list. But I'm a little unsure about what they require in terms of GPA. Does anybody know what GPA NC State generally looks for? Is there a minimum requirement?
NC State, like many other schools, does not explicitly state a minimum GPA requirement. However, based on the profile of admitted students, you can infer they tend to accept students who have performed well academically.
According to their 2024 class profile, the middle 50% for unweighted GPA of entering freshman ranged from approximately 3.76 to 4.0, indicating that a majority of accepted students have a GPA of 3.76 or higher. This doesn't mean students with GPAs below 3.6 are not admitted, but it does become more of an uphill battle.
Yet, remember: GPA is just one component of your application. NC State also considers your high school curriculum rigor, test scores (although they're test-optional for the application cycle of 2024-2025), extracurricular activities, essays, and other parts of your application. It's always best to strive for good grades, but don't neglect the other components of your application in the process.
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