Hey guys,
i have a projected GPA by the time i’m going to apply of 3.6 (weighted) i had bad grades in freshman year but have consistently achieved straight A’s sophomore and Junior year (so far)
My test scores are as follows:
SAT: 2160 CR: 710, M: 700, W: 750
Math Subject Test Level 1: 720
Physics Subject Test: 690
I have not taken any Ap classes since my school does not offer them. I am a junior. My only athletic activity is wrestling which i started just this year. I am not too good at it either. I also do weightlifting/bodybuilding.
In my free time i produce electronic music, Trade stocks, and design websites. I also volunteer at a science museum for which i will soon become a “Docent” for the Engineering hall.
I am going to retake my physics SAT and take the math Level 2 subject test.
I just wanted to know what my chances are for UCLA or USC. I check admissions calculators and they say they are slim but i wanted to hear from an actual person. Thanks guys.
GPA is below average but SAT score is on target. Both schools look like a Reach. Your essays and EC’s could give you a boost but how much is difficult to determine. Cast a wide net for your college list and you will have some options in the end.
Since the UC schools only look at 10th and 11th year grades, your UC GPA should be pretty high. Your SAT scores is on point for both schools. I think if your UC GPA is above 4.4, then UCLA is a match (but that if if you live in CA and your school has approved honor courses) USC will be harder mainly because you lack ECs and your freshman grades will be viewed, but have hope. Good Luck!
Chance back?
http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1857853-usc-ucsd-oos-and-northeastern.html#latest
Many factors go into getting accepted at UCLA. First off, they are more likely to take “locals” (Los Angeles - CA natives) than out of state transfers. Secondly that was also mentioned is Prerequisites. Prereq’s are EXTREMELY important. I am 33 years old and went to a community college and got accepted into Business Econ with a 3.83 GPA
Granted, UCLA DOES LOOK AT YOUR AGE (don’t be fooled) and school history and many factors. If you are young or a freshmen right out of High School, the chances are they will likely deny you faster than someone older coming from a community college. The counselor at UCLA told me that younger students have “many years ahead of them” and can absorb the hit if getting denied, whereas older students have jobs, families, usually more income and obligations to attend and do not have the luxury of just moving somewhere else for school. YES, these are factors.