<p>Junior at a well-known relatively small Catholic high school.
male
location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
gpa: 3.2 (but gradually improving, got a 3.6 last semester)
projected ACT: 26-29
no honors/AP classes, 4 years of band, exceptional skill at piano and saxophone.<br>
rank: right at 50%
strong points: writing
weak points: math
taking 4 years of math, science, english, religion, history/social studies, music,
2 of foreign language (french)</p>
<p>thanks</p>
<p>GPA is on the low side for University Park ("main"). Is this weighted or uw?
Keep trying to get that GPA up (counts for 2/3).
Also, apply as early as possible (late august).</p>
<p>that's my weighted gpa</p>
<p>Doubtful you'll get into UP however, you'll get into a secondary campus which in reality isn't a bad proposition</p>
<p>gs1002 - dont be discouraged. I really think you should resist asking people on CC to chance you - there is no benefit to it. People have gotten into UP with similar stats to yours. I personally know of 2 students. No-one on CC can predict how you will be assessed by admissions. </p>
<p>Do the things that are within your control....ie..Keep your grades up and take the ACT as many times as possible and try to hit 29+. </p>
<p>Also, very importantly, APPLY EARLY. You MUST get everything (not just your application but also your transcripts/recommendations etc...) in to PSU by the end of November. After that their criteria for admissions goes up substantially. So start early and spend time and thought on your essays.</p>
<p>Also remember your school's profile plays a part in all this. So keep working hard and end the school year well and continue to show that upward trend in your GPA. It matters!</p>
<p>Best of luck, gs1002!</p>