Is a 3.6 unweighted GPA adequate to be accepted into the top schools of the country?

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<p>I'm specifically looking into Northwestern and U of Chicago.
I am in the top 8% of the class, and everything else is fine.
Great extracurriculars, recomendations, standardized test scores, the whole deal.
The only thing I'm really worried about is my GPA.
I have taken the most rigorous coursework, but I know a 3.6 GPA isn't very strong.
Do I still have a good shot?</p>

<p>By the way, I'm applying ED to Northwestern, if that helps.
Thanks.</p>

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<p>Okay shot at Northwestern.</p>

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<p>It’ll be a weakness of your application but at least it’s relatively good with your Top 8% rank.</p>