GPA and admissions

Applying to College
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In middle school I took Algebra 1, Geometry and Biology. In these courses I earned a B in them because I was unaware that they would appear on my high school transcript. Now in high school I saw that my GPA was really low for some reason, and then I realized that its because my middle school grades are included. My first semester I had a B in algebra 2 and English 1 pre AP. For my second semester I had a perfect 4.0 UW, leaving me with a 3.85 for my first year of high school, which is not to bad, but with my middle school grades it drops me down to a 3.65.

I did the math, and I realized that even if I maintained all A's through junior year it would bring up to a 3.85(Where I am right now without my middle school grades.) Without them I would end up with a 3.95.

I am taking very advanced courses compared to my peers, for example I am the only sophomore taking AP calculus AB and one of few taking AP physics.

I am currently freaking out about my college admissions in the future, because of my “low” GPA (when it has the middle school grades.) I am aiming for the Ivy league schools or other top schools in the nation.

What would colleges do when considering my application? Will they disregard the middle school earned grades? If someone can please tell me what I should and can do it would be much appreciated.

P.S. If you are going to say that I don’t need to think about this now because I am just a sophomore, please don’t hit the post button.

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I see where your concern lies, but what I think is most important to colleges is that they see an upward trend. They want to see that with each year you are taking harder classes and are pushing yourself. They want to see that you are also able to manage doing extra curriculars and are doing things outside of the classroom. They will also definitely be looking at your test scores, so work on that as well when you’re ready. I think that with ivies GPA is important so it’s good that you are aware of that now. Work on creating a schedule that you can manage, challenge, and excel in and I think you’re off to a good start. Also for future, in the college process, it’s not worth it to worry about the things you can’t fix, instead work on what you can do. Hope this helps! Good luck!

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Thanks!

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No problem! Feel free to message me with any other questions!

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Okay I will, but I have one for right now. Do you think I will still be considered for an admission at an Ivy if I have great test scores, strong extracurriculurs, and my grades near perfect for these next for years, despite the grades earned in middle school?

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Hell yes! Work on you common app essay and any supplements and if you have interviews just be yourself and you’ll be great!

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Thanks a lot!