Hello, applyingtocollege! I'm aiming for Emory University and I'm trying to predict my chances. Is there a general GPA that Emory typically looks for when considering applications? Appreciate all the responses!
Emory University, being a highly competitive institution, typically attracts students with high GPAs. Most recently, the average high school GPA of its incoming freshmen was around 3.89 on an unweighted 4.0 scale. This means that the majority of admitted students had mostly A and A- grades.
However, remember that GPA isn't the only factor considered in admissions. Emory, like many other top-tier institutions, takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications. This means in addition to your GPA, they'll also consider your coursework difficulty, standardized test scores (unless you're applying test-optional), letters of recommendation, essays, and extracurricular activities.
Keep in mind that attracting students with a high level of academic achievement doesn't necessarily equate to a hard cut-off for GPAs. If your GPA is slightly lower but you've shown substantial growth over the years or have a very rigorous course load, that could be taken into consideration. But having a GPA closer to the average of admitted students could increase your chances.
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