<p>No, they will not overlook your grades. Nor will any other college. </p>
<p>That doesn’t mean you don’t have a shot, but anyone who tells you that a college will “overlook” your grades is lying. </p>
<p>Along with the rigor of your high school curriculum, grades are the most important factor colleges weigh in making admissions decisions. And, that includes Reed.</p>
<p>Here’s an article you should read about how Reed makes admissions decisions. In particular, pay attention to the last page of the article, which provides the rubric Reed’s admissions committee uses to evaluate and rank applicants:</p>
<p>[Reed</a> Magazine: Many Apply. Few are Chosen. (1/5)](<a href=“http://web.reed.edu/reed_magazine/spring2008/features/many_apply/index.html]Reed”>Reed Magazine: Many Apply. Few are Chosen. (1/5))</p>
<p>Reed’s average GPA for admitted students last year was a weighted 3.9. So, you’re not totally out of the running, but you’re probably not near the head of the pack either. </p>
<p>Good luck, and my fingers will be crossed for you. But, don’t believe that grades don’t matter. They do.</p>