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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If you are upper middle class and looking for a full ride, you need to apply to colleges that are at least two tiers lower than your regular target schools. For example, a student with a 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 1450 SAT would need to look at schools with an average GPA of 3.0 and SAT of 1150.[/quote] This is true. I saw it this cycle. The key thing is to thoroughly research the intended major to ensure good outcomes. [/quote] Not always the case. I’m the pp who shared about my son’s journey. First of all, thanks to grade inflation, nearly all kids at merit awarding schools have above a 3.5. My son had a 1440 SAT and ended up with significant merit at a university where the average SAT is 1250 and avg entering GPA was 3.75. I was worried he’d not be challenged, but he is NOT graduating with honors, sadly. He’s graduating with great friends, a fun college experience and a six figure finance job in Chicago.[/quote]
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