<p>I'm studying now at a community college, I would like to get into UC Berkeley or into the biggest school possible. I know is very competitive to get in there and my grades are not the highest but are very acceptable ( around 3.3). I speak 3 languages at a professional level and I'm working on my fourth right now. By the time I finish my two year college I'll be able to speak five languages at a professional or almost professional level. The problem is I feel that my skills are not being measured on my GPA. The question is How much your language, leadership or working experiences/skills will really increase your posibilities to get into a big school? Does it worth it to spend your time working on them for admission purposes? </p>
<p>Thanks,
Carlos</p>
<p>All these extracurricular activities and talents are sort of a supplement to you as a person. It gives the university, I imagine a more clear idea of what you interests are. I think speaking multiple languages will help you in say, International Studies or something pertaining to that but it won't make up for GPA. Although I think once you reach the 3.5 range and above, you;re preety much set to be a strong applicant to Berkeley. Best of luck, hope this helps.</p>
<p>I am all for passion, but I think you should focus on your gpa. Just my opinion, if you already know three languages at a professional level. Continue to learn other languages, but keep in mind that this will only help you so much. After you are a successful transfer student, then go back to your love for languages and learn as many as you want. A well-rounded applicant is ideal. Many people will never know five languages, including me, so take pride in that.</p>
<p>best of luck</p>
<p>What would be the best way to make them something interesting for universities? I'm majoring in economics but I'm having second thoughts. How much having a major according to my profile will increase my chances to get where I want?</p>
<p>It just brings fluidity to the application. This helps the school get a grasp of who you are. Do what you love, and the rest will follow.</p>