How important are junior year marks?

Colleges & Universities Princeton University
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<p>Hey. I have a few questions. </p>

<p>I am curious as to big a part junior year marks play in the admission game. My marks weren’t very good-at least not Ivy league material, but I intend to do better in my senior year. If I manage to get extremely high marks in the senior year, will that outweight my not-so-good junior year marks, when it comes down to the bar?</p>

<p>Also, I was wondering about extracurriculars. I have 2 jobs and only so much time. I am not involved in any school extracurriculars, but do horse-back ride, write, and play the clarinet. Should I try to find time to do a few ECs, and drop one of my jobs (if necessary?)? Or do universities also take into account jobs (vs. ECs) when making their decisions?</p>

<p>Does anyone know the average percent that people had (in either junior or senior year) who successfully got into Princeton? </p>

<p>I am setting my sights on Princeton (although I will obviously apply to other schools), and would appreciated any tips on how to get in, and what helps sway the admission counsel. </p>

<p>Thanks in advanced,</p>

<p>Echoes</p>

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<p>Your junior year marks are extremely important. Although a tough senior year schedule with good grades is very favorable, colleges like to see some consistency, unless something happened your junior year that is the reason for the low grades. I wouldn’t become committed to additional ECs this late in the game, as colleges will be more impressed with the depth of your interest in riding, writing, and clarinet playing than if you just have lots of meaningless ECs. Focus on your strenths in your application.</p>