Hey all, a bit stressed about my GPA considering I'm so interested in Maryland. I wanted to ask, what GPA are they typically looking for? Does anyone know what their minimum requirements are? Thanks in advance!
The University of Maryland (UMD) is a competitive institution and the students they admit typically have strong GPAs. To give you some context, the average GPA of admitted students to UMD for the Class of 2027 had GPAs around 4.45 on a weighted 4.0 scale.
However, do remember that UMD assesses students considering several other factors as well, such as the rigor of your high school curriculum, your standardized test scores (if you choose to submit), extracurricular activities, and your application essays.
One thing to note is that students applying from different high schools and different states may be evaluated differently because grading scales and course difficulty can vary, so it's possible that a student could be accepted with a GPA below the average.
Best of luck as you navigate this process! Remember that while stats are important, your application is about more than just numbers.
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