<p>My cumulative gpa as of right now is a 3.56. I know, not a stellar gpa, but I'm hoping that my challenging curriculum, 2310 sat, 770 literature, 720 math 1, stellar extra-curriculars, good recs, and a alumni fantastic interview, combined with applying early decision, will get me into Duke. My question is this: How much weight does Duke give first quarter grades? I am taking a lot more AP classes this year(6) and I am seeing a lot more B+'s that I want to have. There's still a couple of days left in the quarter, and none of the grades are finalized yet, so I just wanted to know exactly how much weight they give to first quarter grades? Thanks!</p>
<p>Is there any reason for your (no offense) low-ish GPA?</p>
<p>I think it will have an impact because it shows an upward trend but still, your GPA is very low. Good luck!</p>
<p>I’m kinda in the same boat. Low GPA (My school only does weighted 4.06 but through calculations i think i figured it out to be 3.56 also) but stellar everything else. I do have somewhat of an excuse, being that my mom passed away. There is a large upward trend though</p>