Isn't GPA overrated?

Saugus
Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:15:42 +0000

GPA and rank need to be used together.

High rank, low GPA = Tough school/courseload for top students
Low rank, high GPA = Competitive school

Of course, an applicant could come from a weak school. But if he/she has a high SAT score, then it proves that he/she is capable regardless.

All three are important.

And then ECs come in. Do you really want a bunch of academically-skilled clones who bring nothing else to the table?