SAT scores and HS GPA when transferring

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The discussion revolves around the impact of SAT scores and high school GPA on college transfer applications, particularly focusing on whether previous academic performance is considered by universities during the transfer process.

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  • One participant questions the relevance of SAT scores and high school GPA for transfer applicants, particularly asking if colleges forgive previous poor performance.
  • Another participant asserts that for transfers from community colleges, high school performance does not affect university admission.
  • A subsequent reply clarifies that for transfers from a university, there may still be requirements for SAT scores, depending on the number of college credits earned.
  • It is noted that if a transfer applicant has completed less than 24 college credits, their high school GPA and SAT scores are considered, but this changes with more credits.

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Participants express differing views on the relevance of high school GPA and SAT scores for transfer applications, indicating that there is no consensus on the matter.

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There are assumptions regarding the number of college credits that affect the consideration of high school performance, and the discussion does not clarify specific policies of individual universities.

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Hi,
I was wondering if I apply for a college as a transferring applicant will my SAT and HS GPA weigh much? Do colleges forgive previous bad performance?
Thanks in advance.
 
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If you mean from community college, then anything you did in high school has no effect on your admission into university
 
Maylis said:
If you mean from community college, then anything you did in high school has no effect on your admission into university

Not from CC, a university in fact. Do you mean they won't even require the SAT 1 neither the SAT 2 score?
 
They do consider your high school GPA and SAT scores if you have less than 24 credits usually. If you have more, they couldn't care less regardless of where you transfer from, as long as it's an accredited college or university.
 

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