Hola everyone, I hope this is the right place to ask this. I'm currently a high school junior considering MTSU for college and I'm just not sure what consist of a strong application. What do they look for in terms of GPA, extracurriculars, letters of recommendation, and such?
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) uses a holistic admissions process, and although they give significant weight to your academic performance, they also consider other variables such as your extracurricular activities.
Start with your academic performance - It's the most significant component of your application. MTSU requires a minimum GPA of 2.7 for applicants who have earned 12 or more earned credit hours, although successful applicants typically exceed this threshold. Your course rigor is deemed crucial - take the most challenging coursework your high school offers.
Applicants with a high school GPA of 3.0 or above are within the average range. MTSU has adopted a test optional policy, which means you can choose whether or not to submit an SAT or ACT score. Applicants with lower GPAs will still need to submit test scores, with the minimum score requirements being a 19 on the ACT or a 1100 on the SAT.
Regarding your extracurricular activities, MTSU, like most schools, prefers quality over quantity. They're looking for commitment and leadership in a few activities, rather than mild involvement in numerous ones. Tier 1 and 2 activities, such as national-level achievements or leadership roles in notable organizations, stand out the most. Remember, what matters the most is how these experiences contributed to your personal development and how they aligned with your intended field of study or interests.
Letters of recommendation are not a part of MTSU's general admissions process, but specific programs may require them, so always check the specific requirements of your desired program.
You will also need to complete the general undergraduate application and pay a $25 application fee. Your high school transcripts are required, and if you choose to submit test scores, they must be sent directly from the testing agency.
Lastly, remember to apply before their priority date of December 1st to be considered for scholarships. However, MTSU takes applications up until August just before the beginning of fall classes.
I hope this information aids you as you navigate the MTSU application process! Best of luck.
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