<p>How much do upward trends help applicants when applying to schools? My teachers and parents are telling me since I have improved so much academically that it will look really good for colleges... however my cumulative GPA won't be that great so I am wondering how much it actually helps. My freshman year I have a sub 3.0 gpa my sophmore year it was a 3.0 and so far this year it is in the 3.3-3.6 range while taking 3 honors classes out of 5.</p>
<p>It will help, but the cumulative GPA and rank is more important.</p>
<p>yeah i know but like it should help me considerably right?</p>
<p>Yes, generally speaking, it will help you. However, you have to take into account what kind of colleges you're applying to. In a selective college with many students who have near-perfect academic records, you'll obviously be weaker no matter how much you improve. However, at a less selective school, it will help you a lot more.</p>
<p>The upward trend is very helpful on applications. Good luck!</p>