Do awards matter for top 20 schools

tsbna44
Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:47:46 +0000

Many applying to top colleges with have awards - such as AP with Distinction - but it’s meaningless - your scores are what matters (you needed x tests with a 3). If the OP doesn’t have that and their school offers significant APs, then they’ll be hurt on rigor. So you’re right, most will have.

My son got the top 25 award every year - but again, what does that mean? His GPA and rigor meant the most.

You may find it odd - but back to their question, would you advise them not to apply to a top 20 without an award?