Can an average student get into Princeton?

You’ll need a strong GPA to get into Princeton. The average unweighted GPA of Princeton’s admitted students is 3.9. Princeton admitted less than 11% of students whose GPA’s were under 3.8 in 2018.

Does Princeton allow self reporting?

To help students who may find the cost of applying to college prohibitive, Princeton also offers application fee waivers; allows students to self-report their scores for SAT, ACT and Advanced Placement tests; and recommends but does not require SAT Subject tests.

What kind of student is Princeton looking for?

We look for students with intellectual curiosity, who have pursued and achieved academic excellence. We also look for students with strong personal and extracurricular accomplishments.

Does getting a Princeton interview mean anything?

While interviews are considered for Princeton, they are by no means a large part of your admissions decision. Your grades, recommendations, tests scores and essay all hold much higher precedence, so don’t sweat it if your interview isn’t the best conversation you’ve ever had.

What is the lowest GPA to get into Princeton?

a 3.9 GPA or
You should also have a 3.9 GPA or higher. If your GPA is lower than this, you need to compensate with a higher SAT/ACT score. For a school as selective as Princeton, you’ll also need to impress them with the rest of your application. We’ll cover those details next.

What is the average GPA for Princeton?

a 3.9 out of 4.0
Princeton GPA Requirements Princeton admissions officers will calculate based on your high school transcript, which you’ll submit with your overall application. Last year, the reported average GPA of an admitted high school student at Princeton was a 3.9 out of 4.0 unweighted GPA.

How can I increase my chances of getting into an Ivy League school?

6 Tips for Getting Accepted to an Ivy League School

1. Be sure to have good grades and test scores.
2. Try not to be late – apply early.
3. Come up with an exceptional personal statement.
4. Demonstrate True Depth in Your Extracurricular Activities.
5. Create a well-thought-out high school curriculum.
6. Do well in your interview.

Does Princeton look at senior year grades?

You should maintain a full academic course load for your senior year of high school. You will need to ask your school to send us your grades for the first semester or trimester of your senior year, along with the Mid Year Report form. If you are admitted, we will ask for your final grades at the end of the school year.

What percentage of Princeton students are legacy?

At Amherst, legacy students comprise about 11 percent of each class. In Princeton’s Class of 2025, 10 percent of students are legacies, a decline from the Class of 2024’s 11.3 percent. That means more students in the Class of 2025 are legacies than are Black — eight percent are Black.

Does Princeton give interviews to all applicants?

The interviews are 30-45 minute informal conversations, where you can discuss the things that are important to you and also ask questions to someone who attended Princeton. We cannot guarantee that every applicant will receive an interview.

What percent of Princeton is legacy?

Is a 3.6 at Princeton good?

The average GPA rose to 3.46 in 2017–18, up from 3.39 in 2014–15, when Princeton adopted its new grading policy. By comparison, the average GPA in 2004–05 (the first year of the so-called grade-deflation policy) was 3.30.

Can I get into Princeton with a 1460?

The middle 50% SAT/ACT scores for Princeton’s class of 2025 are 1460-1560 and 32-35. While any score in the middle 50% is good, the closer you are to the top of the middle 50%, the more competitive of a candidate you are.