Grade Upward Trend

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<p>Hi guys, </p>

<p>How much do you think grade upward trend matters in UC the admission decision? (UCLA and Berkeley, particularly) </p>

<p>Let's say, is it better to have 3.8 every quarter with a cumulative of 3.8? Or a 3.7 GPA, but 3.2 first two quartes and 4.0 in another two? </p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>It matters but I think it only helps for lower GPA applicants. To me, an upward trend would be worth considering if it was something significant. For ex. going from 1.5->3.7->4.0. That’s an unusual trend and an indicator that the student’s current GPA may not be an exact indicator of his or her performance. </p>

<p><em>disclaimer</em> I am not an admissions officer and this is purely speculation.</p>

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<p>Yeah, that’s a big difference and, for sure, will have a serious impact. </p>

<p>You know I am just worried that about my messed up first quarter :)</p>