Below average GPA but good SAT?

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I’m hoping to get into the University of Washington. I know my SAT is in line with their 70-75th percentile, but my GPA is more around the 40-50th if not lower. What do you think my chances are?

Gender: Male
Ethnicity: African American
First gen. college student

GPA UW: 3.65

Honors: 4

SAT combined: 1950
Reading: 660
Math: 650
Writing; 640

Extra Curriculars:
Baseball (4 years)
Immersion trip/class to El Salvador
School advocacy group
Campus Ministry leader
Youth Recognition Award (for students who make a noticeable difference in their communities)

Volunteer work:
230 over all 4 years

Thank you!

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I think you’re fine. Actually your gpa isn’t that bad. I’d say you have a very good chance.

3

Your GPA may be fine, but if you can bring it up you can increase your chances.

4

@mntEden, the average GPA for the class entering UW Seattle in fall 2015 was 3.78/4.0, and the average SAT was 1855. http://opb.washington.edu/sites/default/files/opb/Data/2016_Fast_Facts.pdf

Could be a close call, and out of state is tougher, but I think your solid SAT and great ECs will carry the day for you.

Good luck!

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Excuse if I’m misinterpreting this @UWfromCA, but the document you provided says the average GPA of the entering class is 3.69/3.78, correct?

Edit: never mind :expressionless: