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Re: Do STEM majors get a handicap on the GPA when applying to top schools?
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12 Oct 2016, 15:25
You will be fine with that GPA, I would say you are close enough. There is no real pass on more difficult majors but they take many things into account as all GPAs are not created equally. So the rigor of your major, difficulty of your courses (analytical), reputation of your school and the trajectory of your performance all factor in. So these elements for you will come in handy. Historically, Kellogg used to be the softest on GPA/GMATs but in today's super competitive climate none of the schools are giving up too much when it comes to low scores. Also, your GMAT will come into play a high or low GMAT can influence the perception of your intellectual aptitude