Hey everyone, Rutgers would be a pretty solid school for me and I've been trying to find out what GPA they usually require for admission. Does anyone know? Thanks in advance.
Rutgers University looks at the holistic profile of an applicant, and while they don't necessarily have a strict GPA 'requirement', they do have a certain range which most of their admitted students fall under. The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Rutgers tends to hover around a 3.7. For weighted GPAs, the average usually sits at about a 3.9, reflecting the A- to B+ range on a standard grading scale.
However, just keep in mind that these numbers are simply averages and admission committees look at more than just your GPA. They consider other factors such as the rigor of your high school coursework, your standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, and your application essays, therefore, a lower GPA can potentially be balanced out by strengths in other areas.
That being said, a strong GPA certainly puts you in a good position, but the absence of one does not automatically disqualify you. Always strive for the highest grades you can achieve, but remember that your application is evaluated as a whole, not just based on one number.
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