<p>How much do US universities actually look at senior year grades? Are they just used to make sure you haven't slipped, or are decisions made using them? Are they more important/less important than junior year/sophomore year grades?</p>
<p>Senior grades would be glanced at to ensure that your not slacking off. However, they will take a close look at your senior courseload.</p>
<p>anyone else?</p>