<p>which one looks better
a person with a 3.8 and a 29
or a person with a 3.4 and a 33 ?</p>
<p>It depends on which classes they took. Most likely the higher GPA. At least for most colleges. Students put way too much emphasis on ACT/SAT. Most of what goes into college admissions is what is already done - your entire high school record. ACT/SAT just sort of confirms what you have done.</p>