<p>hey, i was wondering how SC weights grades for applying high school students. i ask because i know the UC system has their own weird way of weighting grades, and i was wondering how SC considers a students GPA when they r applying.</p>
<p>is it simply (for honors/AP) B = A, C = B, for every honors course taken for all 4 years of high school? any help would be appreciated, thanks!</p>
<p>I asked admissions this question back in October. They told me they look at your unweighted GPA- no extra points for any honors or AP classes. But they look at the GPA in relation to the strenghth of your classes and the rigor of your high school. They said they have a profile of all US high schools and know them well. </p>
<p>For those of us (students AND parents) who just went through this application process- we learned not to focus too much on stats because USC has their own way of doing things! Just check out the threads- "Official...Decisions..." and "Rejects Corner." </p>
<p>Here's from the admissions website:<br>
"Freshman candidates are evaluated on the rigor of their high school course work, their grades, scores on standardized tests, activities, essays and counselor/teacher recommendations.</p>
<p>When assessing grade point average, consideration is given to class rank and Advanced Placement/International Baccalaureate course work. Students are considered individually on the merits of their academic records, personal qualities and potential for success in their fields of interest. There are no absolute "cutoffs" or minimums for grades, rank in class, or test scores, as we are interested in the interplay of these elements and students' personal accomplishments."</p>
<p>hmm... too much info... sorry.</p>