<p>I'm currently a junior with a pretty low GPA compared to most kids on here who ask for chance-me's (3.5~3.7, don't know if weighted or not) due to unaccountable laziness and lack of good work ethic in my freshman and sophomore years; but I am an AP student, member of almost all the honor societies at school, heavily involved in school activities, volunteer frequently in and out of school, and play the viola quite diligently.
I would like to double major in Music and International Studies at NU but I just don't think I'm academically strong enough to even be considered during the admission process. Some people tell me that if I have strong test scores (I haven't formally taken an SAT yet), good recommendations, and etc. that I could do it but I don't know.</p>
<p>Should I even consider that I'll have a chance at such a prestigious university?</p>
<p>Given that your GPA is low, you can almost bet you’ll be passed over. Sorry to be so blunt, but given the current admissions environment it’s just how it is.</p>
<p>I applied with a 3.4 GPA and the median ACT score into Medill and was accepted. If your application is strong in other areas and you pull together a couple great essays, you should have a good shot.</p>
<p>Thank you guys lol I was/am being a little more paranoid than is necessary.
After reading B+ Grades, A+ College Application I feel a little less discouraged and more driven to do well so I can hopefully I can pull of an amazing app. </p>
<p>Someone can close/delete this thread if they want lol…?</p>