<p>I am thinking about holding off on applying to colleges until I get my first term senior grades. Most schools have a Nov 1st deadline for EA/ED but I don't think that is enough for 1 trimester. Should I apply EA/ED anyways or apply regular with m senior year grades. My GPA is pretty weak but I want to show colleges that I have an upward trend and I improved a lot (aiming for 3.8+)</p>
<p>Wait for RD if you believe you can present a stronger application.</p>
<p>Yours is one of the main scenarios college admissions officers advise to NOT apply EA/ED – kids expecting a GPA boost from 1st semester Sr year.</p>
<p>Best of luck to you</p>