Hey, I have Georgia Tech in my sights and trying to figure out what my chances are. Does anyone know the average GPA of admitted students? And how much emphasis do they put on GPA compared with other factors? TIA for your help!
Hello!
Georgia Tech is pretty competitive when it comes to GPA. The average weighted GPA of admitted students is typically around 4.1. That being said, this number is an average, so there are certainly students who get in with lower GPAs.
While a strong GPA is important, remember that Georgia Tech employs a holistic review process in their admissions. This means they consider many other factors in addition to GPA such as your course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation.
For instance, if you can show that you've taken challenging AP or IB classes and your extracurricular activities show a consistent focus and commitment (especially if you have substantial achievements or leadership roles within these activities), those could balance out a slightly lower GPA. You could further strengthen your application by having strong essays and glowing letters of recommendation.
In summary, while GPA is important, it's one of many factors considered in the application process. A lower GPA may be compensated for by strengths in other areas of your application.
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