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<p><a href=“Berkeley News | Berkeley”>Berkeley News | Berkeley; describes a chemical engineering major finalist for the University Medal; this requires a GPA of at least 3.96 (does not mention his actual GPA).</p>
<p>There have been other engineering major medalists and finalists in the past:
<a href=“http://financialaid.berkeley.edu/prizes-and-honors-university-medal-winners”>http://financialaid.berkeley.edu/prizes-and-honors-university-medal-winners</a></p>
<p>Your chances of doing well in college are enhanced by going to class, reading the books, doing the assignments and projects, and asking the instructors for help when needed.</p>