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Is it possible to get a 3.99 GPA?
Your stated GPA of 3.997 is possible if you have taken 100 courses, with all As and 1 A- (using a traditional scale) — still all As, but not a 4.0. You should go to a school where you can get a GPA higher than 4.0. You should have adjusted and unadjusted GPAs.
Can I get into Penn State with a 3.2 GPA?
For good students (3.7+ GPA with 1400+ SAT), getting into the flagship campus (University Park) is guaranteed, regardless of major, assuming you apply early. Penn State uses a rolling admissions approach, so the later you apply, the worse off you are.
Can I get into Penn State with a 3.7 GPA?
If your high school grades are above the average 3.59 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Penn State accepts 76% of all applicants….Typical High School Grades.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 34% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 31% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 23% | Avg – |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 8% | Reach |
Does Penn State want SAT or ACT?
You must take either the SAT or ACT to submit an application to Penn State. More importantly, you need to do well to have a strong application.
Should I put a 3.2 GPA on my resume?
If your GPA is higher than 3.0 for your major (which can sometimes be the case for college students who have low GPAs freshman year and gradually brought it up in later years), you can list your major GPA like this: Major GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. The second approach is to leave it off your resume entirely.
What’s the lowest GPA you should put on a resume?
So what are the general rules of thumb? Only put your GPA on your resume if it was 3.0 or higher. If your total GPA was under 3.0, but the GPA in your major was higher, put THAT on your resume. (Here’s a GPA calculator to help you figure out your Major GPA.)
What ACT score is required for Penn State?
Average ACT: 28 The 25th percentile ACT score is 25, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 30. In other words, a 25 places you below average, while a 30 will move you up to above average. There’s no absolute ACT requirement at Penn State, but they really want to see at least a 25 to have a chance at being considered.
Can you get a good job with a 3.0 GPA?
A: Some elite employers have policies requiring a certain GPA (usually a 3.0 or higher), and there is generally no way around that rule. In some cases you can squeak through by demonstrating that you’ve achieved better grades in your particular major or in classes related to the job to which you’re applying.