Hello everyone. I’m considering applying to University of Washington. What GPA do they usually look for? Is there a minimum or average that would boost my chances? Thanks in advance.
Sure, happy to help with your question about GPA for the University of Washington! The University of Washington is a public research institution that can be quite competitive.
To give you some idea of the GPA you should be aiming for, for the Fall 2021 freshman class, the middle 50% high school GPA range was a 3.75 - 3.98 on a 4.00 scale. This essentially means that 50% of admitted students had a GPA within this range. Keep in mind this is unweighted, so it doesn't account for the extra weight AP, IB, or honors classes give.
Applicants are evaluated in a holistic review process, meaning that they will assess your GPA in conjunction with other factors such as course rigor, extracurricular activities, your essay, and more. This is also why there is no strict "minimum" GPA to apply, but the higher your GPA, the better your chances, as it's one way to demonstrate academic readiness.
As always, remember to balance your focus adequately between maintaining a good GPA and ensuring you're also actively involved outside the classroom with meaningful activities. That being said, a GPA within or above the middle 50% would increase your competitiveness.
Good luck with your application process!
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