Hey, guys, I’m currently a junior in high school and I’ve been looking toward my future college applications. I want to apply to Michigan State, but I’m a bit worried about my GPA. Can anyone tell me what the minimum GPA requirement is, or the average high school GPA of their admitted students?
Hi there! When it comes to Michigan State University, their acceptance isn’t incredibly rigid in terms of GPA, as they practice a holistic admissions review. However, there are some general guidelines we can consider. Michigan State lists no official minimum GPA, but the average high school GPA of their admitted freshman class is typically around 3.8.
That being said, if your GPA is lower than this, please don’t be discouraged. This figure is an average, meaning there are admitted students with GPAs higher and lower than this figure. Plus, as I mentioned before, admissions evaluation is comprehensive, considering several other factors beyond just GPA.
So, you should continue to strive for academic excellence and take rigorous courses when you can. However, don't neglect other significant parts of your application, such as extracurricular involvement, letters of recommendation, and your personal essay, as they also play a substantial role. For example, if you can illustrate a clear 'spike' or a highly-developed specialty in an area through your extracurriculars, this could give your application an edge.
Good luck in your preparations for applying and keep up the hard work!
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