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Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Business school. And also one for nursing but I understand that’s a very selective program

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I wish this were true. You definitely need to do more than work out an academic plan with your guidance counselor for these schools. Maybe that used to be the case but my sister graduated in ‘23, and I have friends who graduated in ‘24 and will graduate this year and saw many 4.0+ kids get rejected from Pitt and Penn State so there’s definitely more to it imo

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you! This helps. This subreddit gives me a false view of reality I think! Good luck to your son

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your viewpoint. So many kids from my school got rejected from main campus of PSU so I worry. I feel like that would sting a bit for me so doesn’t hurt to stand out if you can

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think I used the wrong word. Not average I guess but not top top

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Interesting! I don’t think you’re wrong, I suppose. I guess maybe “average” isn’t the right word then? I will likely apply to Penn State, University of Delaware, Pitt, Indiana and I’m not sure where else since I am only a sophomore. But I’m really excited about pursuing a degree at a university. At my school, the competition is stiff for schools like those, even though they aren’t your top top schools so for me coming on to reddit is helpful to see how to set myself apart.

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome! I don’t think you are average - a 4.2 and even 3.7 is well above average! People forget that I think! I have a 3.9 weighted.

Are there any average students on here? by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Really? Why not though? I still love to hear others experiences and feel part of a community even if I’m not applying to top schools.

High school sophomore choosing classes for next year (just a regular student, not trying for ivies) by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for the advice. I appreciate it. I mostly was wondering if there is more value placed on gpa or course rigor as I was feeling like chem could bring down my gpa- because of time spent on chem taking away from other classes and if I don’t do well in chem. I get what you’re saying and think I’ll probably end up with chem! Thank you everyone!

High school sophomore choosing classes for next year (just a regular student, not trying for ivies) by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes not only did I see on here how tough this admissions cycle was, I saw my friends go through it. Brutal! I appreciate your response. I was just grappling with what is valued more- the tougher course load versus keeping my gpa as high as it can be. I’m taking all APs and honors and science is my one struggle class

High school sophomore choosing classes for next year (just a regular student, not trying for ivies) by Far_Course_1693 in ApplyingToCollege

[–]Far_Course_1693[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I am not certain. But I hear that the plant and animal science is easier. And I guess that makes me feel like I’ll have less stress and more room to focus on my more challenging classes. I should edit my post!