For most schools, Academic performance (GPA) is one of the most important admissions factors. If you have a low GPA, your chances of acceptance into college are slimmer. However, college apps contain multiple factors: test scores (SAT/ACT), extracurriculars, volunteer hours, leadership experience, and college application essays to name a few. So, what happens if you … Read more
Alright: I’m going to cut right through the BS and show you EXACTLY how to get a 4.0 GPA. Ready? Here we go. If you want to get a 4.0 GPA, you NEED 5 things: organization, discipline, time management, patience, and a stone-hard mindset. Okay, sounds easy. Right? Well, there’s a lot more to these … Read more
Two words: Gifted. Kid. If you’re a student with a low GPA but a high SAT/ACT score, you’re likely a gifted kid. This means you could pass tests using your talent but can’t motivate yourself to fulfill your potential in class. Okay, let’s address a common question: is it possible to have a low GPA … Read more
This article serves as a comprehensive guide; it covers everything you need to know to get straight A’s in high school. I based this guide on my 10+ years of college admissions consulting, educational advising, and private tutoring. I also borrowed ideas from fellow colleagues working in children’s and adult psychology as well as some … Read more
If you’re trying to improve your GPA after graduation, it’s probably because you want to increase your chances of getting accepted into a college or any other post-grad program. We’ve designed this guide to highlight all the possible routes you can take to improve your GPA after you’ve graduated. We also discuss alternative routes you … Read more
We’ve received many questions from concerned parents and students asking, “can I raise my GPA from 2.5 to 3.0 in 1 semester?” We’ve received students and clients, both in the States and outside the US, with a variety of reasons for having a 2.5 GPA. Students have a variety of reasons for underperforming. Thus, the … Read more
Having both worked in a high school and a private tutoring center for the past few years, I’ve come to discover what I call the “DNA” of students who have 4.0s. But, before I can discuss how hard it is to get the coveted 4.0 GPA, it is important to provide some background information. I … Read more
Before PenningPapers, I worked as a college admissions consultant for a few years privately on my own. Before that, I worked as a tutor for kids looking to improve their SAT, ACT, and AP Lit/Lang test scores. I still remember what it was like having my pens and pencils stolen every other day —dread, absolute … Read more
Okay, we know: Those who are applying to college with a low GPA are fighting an uphill battle. Before you throw your hands in the air and curse the skies in defeat, however, we beg you to please read through this article to understand the best course of action to take when you have a … Read more