<p>and i promise that i will raise it to at least a 3.0 by the end of next quarter. is there a really big difference to ucs between a 2.9 and a 3.1?</p>
<p>Can you address why it is low? Were there specific reasons that contributed to it? Don’t make excuses, but take responsibility and explain the situation(s). Someone else asked about pledging to raise the GPA, not sure how effective it will be - you could just point out your upward trend (how are you doing this quarter, opposed to last?) and a newfound focus?</p>
<p>Something to these ends - “As a result of [insert a damned good excuse] my GPA is significantly lower than I had anticipated it would be. I believe strongly that my grades do not accurately reflect my academic/intellectual/personal achievements and potential. Having settled [damned good excuse] I am certain that my GPA will climb steeply in accordance with increased focus, efficient study skills, and a passion for my major…”</p>
<p>something like that. have a good excuse. where you applying?</p>
<p>they dont like excuses. they read thousands of excuses every yr. i’m sure they’ve heard almost every one of them by now. instead of making excuses or even explanations as to y ur GPA is so low, write about what you learned from ur mistake. what u learned from slacking off</p>
<p>Forget that - Victorian ethics never actually saved anyone. Being a weasel could work to your advantage if you play it right.</p>
<p>They do hear tons of excuses, though. Admitting that you’ve been lazy (or whatever be the circumstances) will just make an admissions counselor scoff. Give them a reason to consider you.</p>