The main reason I am writing this is because if I had known the importance of GPA as well as extracurriculars in regards to getting accepted into college, when I first entered high school, I would have really set my priorities straight early on. I didn’t totally slack off in high school but I know I did not put in my 100% especially in my academics until my junior year, which resulted in me not getting into the schools I’ve always thought I belonged in and was qualified for.
So this time I want to be prepared from the get go, as I enter college. Specifically, as a Business major, what should I really prioritize and to what extent? I’ve always had a love for business and entrepreneurship and I know it doesn’t follow any straightforward path to success, if I am looking for something other than a desk job. Maybe I’ll start a startup or maybe I’ll be happy with a marketing position with a company I really support, I am not sure yet and I don’t even know the paths to get there but I want to take advantage of my time in college.
So how important is a high GPA when getting a job or even applying to Grad school (please explain to me the importance of grad school as well) ? Should I stress getting a 4.0 over a 3.7 or is even a 3.4 already great? Work experience is obviously important, but to what extent compared to GPA? What about extracurriculars? One thing I know for sure is that networking is key and I will keep that at the top of my list of priorities.
I hope I’ve conveyed myself well enough.
Thanks in advance.