<p>I was an okay student my freshman and sophomore year, I had an unweighted GPA of 3.1, but then first semester of junior year, I screwed up and ended that with a GPA of 1.7. Second semester is not yet over, but I currently have a 2.6 which I am sure I can bring up to 2.7. I think I did badly junior year because I took three AP classes, taking AP world history sophomore year and expecting these next 3 to be just as easy. Unfortunately, I was wrong. I plan on submitting my applications at the regular date so I can get the first half of senior year in since I feel like I would be able to bring up my cumulative GPA this way. In terms of the rigor of my classes, every core class I took has been either an AP or honors class.
My first time taking the SAT (just as practice, I didn't actually prepare or study), i got a 1780 in total, 640 CR, 580 Math, and a 560 in writing. I plan on taking the next one in Oct., and I am fairly confident that I can get at least 2000 provided I actually study.
I never joined any clubs or sports in school, but I was an active member of my church, have 72 community service hours (aiming for 100), play a sport outside of school, will get a job during summer and throughout next year, and play guitar.
Based solely on this information, what do you think my chances of getting into SPU would be?</p>
<p>That GPA is really going to hurt you. Everything else looks good, but you sure as hell better do well throughout the rest of high school.</p>
<p>Join a club or two and remember to bring up your GPA. ur SAT is fine and will actually consider u for some very high scholarships. GPA may not be everything but, it’s a whole lot of something</p>