Early High school graduation

Pre-College Issues High School Life
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<p>Hello
I'm debating whether or not to graduate early or go for the 4-year typical high school plan. I currently have a 3.7GPA and is a sophomore. I am taking AP courses, gifted hours courses, and have many officer positions in clubs. I'm fully capable of graduating early (Already spoke to counselor) and I would like to leave early because I believe I'm ready and wouldn't want to waste another year at my crappy high school. Although I seem to lean toward this side, will graduating early actually benefit me? </p>

<p>What do top-notch schools (ivy leagues, nyc, brown, etc) think about early graduation? Are my chances of getting accepted higher? Will getting financial aid be more difficult?</p>

<p>If I do stay another year, I do have the chances of increasing my GPA by taking more AP courses. Will it be worth another year though? </p>

<p>Please provide me feedback on what I shall do! Cons and Pros and what you would do if you were in my situation</p>

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<p>Your GPA could be detrimental to you ATM but try to boost it up by taking 5+ AP courses and getting Straight As.</p>

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<p>The only kids from my school who graduated early were geniuses with perfect grades, all the most advanced classes possible, and went off to insanely good schools. With a 3.7… that’s kind of pushing it. You’d probably be better off getting your grades up by taking more classes.</p>

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<p>It seems like you’ll need the extra year to flourish in your ECs and boost your gpa. If you’re getting a 3.7 in a “crappy” high school it’s not clear if you’re cut out for top schools after 4 years of high school let alone 3.</p>