Trying to get into Baruch...

Chance Me / Match Me!
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Hey to all. I’m currently applying to Baruch. My educational history is quite…scattered. I left one college after bad grades. Attended two CCs within the same system to help fulfill requirements and earned an Associate’s, graduating with a 2.75. Could’ve done better but it was a definite improvement over my previous school, I retook several courses after struggling with a few and also made some boneheaded decisions with classes, all my fault of course.

I’m currently at a 4 years institution, just finished my first semester here (2.75, not what I hoped for but I am looking to improve as I don’t want to be upper 2s my whole college career) and my overall GPA from the institutions that I’ve attended to earn my Associate’s and my current school is a 2.98. My major GPA is 2.95. I currently have a total of 82 credits so I would also be close to the overall transfer limit (90). I know that Baruch looks at ALL grades acquired, including retakes even if they wouldn’t transfer over.

To get to the point, do I even stand a chance? I’m already preparing myself for a rejection letter because I know I’m not the ideal student but I’ve been wanting to attend Baruch for a long time, I would love to learn what I need to know within that environment and I’ve done better in my Accounting related courses. I also wrote an essay but who knows if those ever do much. Feedback is appreciated.

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I attend Central Connecticut State, btw!

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bump

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I feel like you should get more involved in extracurricular activities since Baruch College is an extremely selective institution. You should join a business club and compete so you can increase your credentials there and show Baruch that you’re qualified.

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Alright, so then without extracurriculars the decision is already made. Ok, thanks for your input!

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It’s gonna be tough. Try to apply REALLY early, that could help a little. An appeal letter is another option. Keep it brief and to the point. Show them that you are trying hard to turn things around, you’ve made improvements and ask for a second chance. Good luck!

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I’m actually currently going through the application process now. One last piece of paperwork still hasn’t made it’s way there yet and the deadline is Feb. 5. All my other transcripts plus an essay is currently there. I also applied to Brooklyn College if that means anything. I’m a NY native so going back and starting over is a real big thing to me. Thanks for the well wishes.