HelloCollege

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Academic Performance GPA: The Backbone of Your Application Your Grade Point Average (GPA) is often the first metric colleges review, serving as a benchmark for academic success. A strong GPA reflects your commitment to your studies and your ability to perform consistently over time.

Admissions

Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

While freshman grades typically carry less weight in college admissions, maintaining a strong GPA sets a positive trajectory. GPA from sophomore and junior years receives particular scrutiny from admissions officers. Attend local college fairs and visit nearby campuses to get a feel for different environments.

High School

Admissions Mom

MAY 14, 2025

Colleges say your course rigor counts for more than your GPA and test scores. I recommend that you take four years of: Science (including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) Foreign Language (many highly selective colleges like to see four years of a foreign language during high school. COLLEGE FAIRS: Go to them!

Letters of Recommendation

AdmissionSight

JULY 1, 2025

</strong> Whenever possible, attend college fairs or virtual events where Northeastern admissions officers are present. To stand a chance of getting into a competitive school like Northeastern, you should maintain a <a href="[link] GPA</a> and challenge yourself with rigorous coursework.</p>

Applications

Great College Advice

AUGUST 20, 2024

If you’re unsure whether to take a tough course because you’re worried about your GPA, discuss it with your counselor and parents. But, colleges want to see you challenge yourself so err on the side of taking that AP course as long as you’re not completely overwhelmed and stressed. Keep this in mind as you begin your junior year.

High School

Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

At the majority of institutions, the most important factors are whether students challenged themselves in high school and took the most rigorous classes available to them, as well as their GPA. But, colleges consider other factors too, such as letters of recommendation, test scores, essays and demonstrated interest (DI).

Campus Tours

Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Recommendation Letters. The most obvious reason to get to know your college or high school counselor is that they write your letter of recommendation. While not every college or university requires a letter of recommendation, almost all of the top-ranked institutions will ask for this document.

High School