Should I wait to apply until my GPA goes up?

Applying to College
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<p>So basically I'm a community college student looking to transfer to a public state university this fall. My GPA isn't very good though - currently a 3.62. </p>

<p>Assuming I ace my classes this quarter, I should be able to raise it to a 3.66 by the end of March. Transfer student applications for the university I want to attend are due on the first of April.</p>

<p>Is it better to apply early instead of waiting until the last minute, or will a 3.7 make a lot of difference compared to a 3.6?</p>

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<p>It depends on where you’re applying. Many state schools have articulation agreements with the CCs which specify what GPA they’re looking for.</p>

<p>You also need to ask yourself how realistic it is that you will ace all your classes this semester. </p>

<p>Other things being equal, and if the school doesn’t have a firm cutoff, I think you’re better off applying early, because the difference between a 3.62 and a 3.66 is not all that remarkable. You can always send your quarter grades when they come in, if they’re strong.</p>

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<p>Talk with your college’s transfer counselor. I highly doubt a 0.04 GPA difference is gonna affect you one bit.</p>

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<p>Alright, thanks for the advice. As far as I’m aware the only minimum required GPA is a 2.0. I think I will go ahead and apply…wish me luck!</p>