ApplyingToCollege-1565793562-cqakh4.json

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  "sid": "cqakh4",
  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/",
  "title:": "UPDATE: Applying to college with a 1.4 GPA.",
  "text": "Hi everyone! I made a post last fall as a senior in HS regarding my low GPA, basically asking if I had a chance at getting into any school other than community college. I decided to log back on and update anyone who read my [original post](https://www.reddit.com/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/9or8i0/14_gpa_do_i_have_any_chance_anywhere/) and/or cares.\n\nI was able to get a fee waiver so I applied to ten schools. I emailed each school with a brief explanation of my circumstances and asked for my applications to be analyzed with more weight on my senior year grades than my previous three-years. Four schools told me they'll write a note about it in my file, three assured me that they review the applications holistically, and three straight up said no.\n\nOut of the ten schools I applied to, I was accepted into two, waitlisted at two, and rejected from the other six. I interviewed with, and was accepted into a private school in my state with about an 82% acceptance rate. The second school I was accepted into has a 96% acceptance rate. One of the ones I was waitlisted to was my absolute top choice.\n\nFor a while, I considered attending the private school I got into, but I just didn't love it there, the campus feel wasn't for me and I'd have preferred a bigger school. The other one that I was accepted into is beautiful but across the country.\n\nI decided to go with community college. I took 16 credits this summer with a 4.0, and recently began the Fall semester where I'm taking another 16. I'm applying to a few schools as a Spring 2020 transfer, including my top choice which I was previously waitlisted to, but I haven't decided for sure if I want to transfer this Spring or wait until Fall 2020.\n\nFor all those with low GPAs, for whatever reason, don't lose hope! I remember feeling so depressed about how low my GPA was. My high school was very competitive and had high standards, I used to see other girls crying in the library because their GPAs were 3.8s instead of 4.2. There is nothing wrong with community college or schools with high admission rates. If I was able to get accepted into two schools with a 1.4, you'll get into college. Don't stress too much!",
  "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
  "created": 1565793562,
  "updated": 1634078263,
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  "upvotes": 1527,
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  "comments": {
    "ewuzugq": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewuzugq/",
      "text": "1.4 - > 4.0 at cc\n\nIt's never too late",
      "author": "bmcc_gang",
      "created": 1565795498,
      "upvotes": 770,
      "replies": {
        "ewv35jh": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewv35jh/",
          "text": "Graduated high school with I think a 2.2 and I\u2019m on track to complete 64 credits with a 4.0 at a community college. Planning on applying to a few t25\u2019s",
          "author": "Bhanzz92",
          "created": 1565797620,
          "upvotes": 289,
          "replies": {
            "ewv3qke": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewv3qke/",
              "text": "This is me to a T! \n\nAnd I\u2019m 32 lol. \n\nI have a high 3.8 tho since I took summer calculus (mistake) lol. \n\nIt\u2019s never too late!",
              "author": "sundog925",
              "created": 1565797982,
              "upvotes": 107,
              "replies": {
                "ewvvzxb": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvvzxb/",
                  "text": "good to know there are other transfer students  here... felt like this subreddit was only high school seniors",
                  "author": "YaMochi",
                  "created": 1565815129,
                  "upvotes": 19,
                  "replies": {
                    "eww09gw": {
                      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww09gw/",
                      "text": "If you are in Cali CC and planning on transferring to UC feel freer to reach out to if you have questions. I just went through the application cycle last year so I might be able to help you.",
                      "author": "Kittenmckitten",
                      "created": 1565817693,
                      "upvotes": 18,
                      "replies": {
                        "ewwomq2": {
                          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwomq2/",
                          "text": "What are the chances I can't transfer?",
                          "author": "primarythrowaway05",
                          "created": 1565831615,
                          "upvotes": 2,
                          "replies": {
                            "ewz4rrm": {
                              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewz4rrm/",
                              "text": "I don\u2019t know? I don\u2019t know you or your stats. If you finish your major requirements and math and writing before transferring with a > 3.5 gpa I say you got a pretty decent shot to get at leadt into one UC. If your major isn\u2019t impacted you can also do TAG for certain schools which will guarantee entrance if you meet all requirements. Good luck.",
                              "author": "Kittenmckitten",
                              "created": 1565891145,
                              "upvotes": 1,
                              "replies": {}
                            }
                          }
                        },
                        "ewwuohg": {
                          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwuohg/",
                          "text": "What UC?",
                          "author": "sundog925",
                          "created": 1565835818,
                          "upvotes": 2,
                          "replies": {
                            "ewz4a5b": {
                              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewz4a5b/",
                              "text": "I ended up going to ucsb but I got in uci and ucr as well.",
                              "author": "Kittenmckitten",
                              "created": 1565890956,
                              "upvotes": 1,
                              "replies": {
                                "ewzj5my": {
                                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewzj5my/",
                                  "text": "I was really looking at UCD but given what I do for a living already, the program there did not suit me as well as a CSU. Being kind of a snob, I discounted the CSU\u2019s early on but now realize that it\u2019s in my best interest to pick a program based on how it will benefit me rather than name recognition.",
                                  "author": "sundog925",
                                  "created": 1565896531,
                                  "upvotes": 1,
                                  "replies": {
                                    "ewzmttq": {
                                      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewzmttq/",
                                      "text": "Don\u2019t discount CSU\u2019s! My friend is going to one and she really likes it and they are giving her SO much financial aid.",
                                      "author": "Kittenmckitten",
                                      "created": 1565897887,
                                      "upvotes": 1,
                                      "replies": {
                                        "ewzn0k0": {
                                          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewzn0k0/",
                                          "text": "I already applied to Sac State! Really excited!",
                                          "author": "sundog925",
                                          "created": 1565897961,
                                          "upvotes": 1,
                                          "replies": {}
                                        }
                                      }
                                    }
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            "ewv436k": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewv436k/",
              "text": "I had a 3.2, but went to community college instead of my local state school out of high school. I'll be going to a t25 this Fall! Though, I mean technically, UCB is no longer ranked, so...Maybe my education will be worthless? /s\n\nBut you'll do great! Good luck!",
              "author": "fleurdedalloway",
              "created": 1565798206,
              "upvotes": 24,
              "replies": {
                "ewvohd9": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvohd9/",
                  "text": "Sorry for my ignorance but what is a t25? Like a school within the top 25 schools in the country or something?",
                  "author": "thelolzies",
                  "created": 1565810628,
                  "upvotes": 10,
                  "replies": {
                    "ewvozz5": {
                      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvozz5/",
                      "text": "Yes! Berkeley was unranked for 2019, though.",
                      "author": "fleurdedalloway",
                      "created": 1565810944,
                      "upvotes": 11,
                      "replies": {}
                    }
                  }
                }
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    "ewv3lny": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewv3lny/",
      "text": "I love this. Thank you for sharing. And  I love that you added a  note about your circumstances and asking to be evaluated on your senior grades. Such an amazing case of it never hurts to ask. Good luck in your future! Sounds like you\u2019ve got an amazing one ahead of you!",
      "author": "admissionsmom",
      "created": 1565797897,
      "upvotes": 118,
      "replies": {
        "ewvon8z": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvon8z/",
          "text": "Thank you!! It definitely didn't hurt to ask- I think it may have been why I was waitlisted rather than rejected at my top choice. Now I can reapply without a rejection in my file!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565810728,
          "upvotes": 20,
          "replies": {}
        }
      }
    },
    "ewv6g9d": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewv6g9d/",
      "text": "Congrats Dude. What was the biggest takeaway for me personally was reading the original post. Cause I had a friend with Im guessing the same condition as you. For the 1st 3 years of HS. he would always show up late or miss the 1st period class. Would leave school early. It got worse through the years. Was able to do sports first, to not being able too. Eventually being more absent on a daily basis. When Senior Year came by, he ultimately couldn't attend. Since,  I've rarely ever get a text from him from time to time. Last I heard he was taking a gap year before attensing college and doing an internship. I really hope he gets his life back on track as well. Good luck.",
      "author": "Mexican_Biscuit",
      "created": 1565799693,
      "upvotes": 39,
      "replies": {
        "ewvopg0": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvopg0/",
          "text": "Thanks! And I hope your friend is getting back on a better track!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565810766,
          "upvotes": 5,
          "replies": {}
        },
        "eww0q47": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww0q47/",
          "text": "[deleted]",
          "author": null,
          "created": 1565817974,
          "upvotes": 5,
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            "eww1ddd": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww1ddd/",
              "text": "If you are from California, then you might just be. \ud83e\udd14",
              "author": "Mexican_Biscuit",
              "created": 1565818362,
              "upvotes": 8,
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            }
          }
        }
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    },
    "ewvb8uh": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvb8uh/",
      "text": "You're killing it, AND you will save some dollars on tuition in the process.  Keep it up and great work.",
      "author": "MagicalDrop",
      "created": 1565802654,
      "upvotes": 20,
      "replies": {
        "ewvdrfn": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvdrfn/",
          "text": "[deleted]",
          "author": null,
          "created": 1565804182,
          "upvotes": 9,
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            "ewvmsyx": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvmsyx/",
              "text": "Hahaha. We got a rich kid in the house here.",
              "author": "LonelyMolecule",
              "created": 1565809584,
              "upvotes": 4,
              "replies": {
                "ewwsfav": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwsfav/",
                  "text": "[deleted]",
                  "author": null,
                  "created": 1565834192,
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                    "ewwutlc": {
                      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwutlc/",
                      "text": "Yes, I don't get it cus I'm dumb. Yeah. :) Have a good day.",
                      "author": "LonelyMolecule",
                      "created": 1565835923,
                      "upvotes": 2,
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                  }
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        "ewvzi7p": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvzi7p/",
          "text": "Plus, with a GPA that great, a lot of states give full rides to the state university when you transfer from community college! Most states have a 3.5+ requirement for the full ride.",
          "author": "cookiebinkies",
          "created": 1565817237,
          "upvotes": 6,
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        }
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    "ewvcc7a": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvcc7a/",
      "text": "The further removed from high school you are, the less your performance in grades 9-11 matters.  Here's a post about transferring that you might find helpful.\n\nhttps://www.reddit.com/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/b936yy/guide_to_college_transfers/",
      "author": "ScholarGrade",
      "created": 1565803335,
      "upvotes": 11,
      "replies": {}
    },
    "eww695o": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww695o/",
      "text": "You're saving lots of money with this choice. And there is nothing wrong with community college: I've worked in and around higher ed for a long time (20+ years) and the community college faculty I've met are the most committed, most caring people I've ever talked to. \n\nBesides, although it may not seem so at the moment because you're not at your #1 pick, no matter where you go the first two years are usually mainly gen ed requirements that you could take anywhere. You're getting them under your belt, saving lots of money, and raising your GPA. And you're learning stuff! I'd suggest not transferring until you finish your AA. By then you'll have a much better idea about what you want to do and you won't be wasting money paying for gen-ed classes at a fancy private institution. \n\nNice job! You made a great choice! And if anyone at the school you end up transferring to tries to make you feel lesser because of your CC experience, f\\*\\*k 'em: you're going to graduate with less debt (if any) and made a smarter choice than they did.",
      "author": "scartonbot",
      "created": 1565821451,
      "upvotes": 11,
      "replies": {
        "eww8n01": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww8n01/",
          "text": "Thank you! The private college I got into would\u2019ve literally been 7x more expensive per year WITH AID than what I\u2019m paying for community college. I\u2019ve gotten a lot of rude comments from people I went to high school with about my choice to do CC.  Lots of \u201cwell, there goes your future!\u201d and \u201cI thought you were smarter than that.\u201d The money thing is definitely what comforts me!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565823058,
          "upvotes": 8,
          "replies": {
            "exfnjgw": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/exfnjgw/",
              "text": "Good for you! You'll see if they're singing the same tune about their own futures a few years from now when you're living (hopefully) student-debt free and they're back home in their parents' basements because they can't afford to rent a place of their own while paying off their loans.",
              "author": "scartonbot",
              "created": 1566244433,
              "upvotes": 2,
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            }
          }
        }
      }
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    "ewvok01": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvok01/",
      "text": "thank you. it feels impossible having a 2.6. and im wondering if i should go to cc",
      "author": null,
      "created": 1565810674,
      "upvotes": 6,
      "replies": {
        "ewvq8o0": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvq8o0/",
          "text": "If you're aiming to get into a specific 4-year school, I would recommend cc! I've met some pretty cool people there so far, it's not as socially isolating as people have made it out to be. And it opens up the door to so many schools that would've have been options before.",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565811681,
          "upvotes": 8,
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        "ewvq4yi": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvq4yi/",
          "text": "omg same i have a 2.6 and i feel like a goddamn failure :)) my dad was in the same boat in hs too except i think he had a 2.2 when he graduated and he ended up going to the local public college by my house. he always pressures me to do well in school bc he wants me to have a better life than he has but i feel stuck in a corner bc my gpa is so low.",
          "author": "cait1102",
          "created": 1565811621,
          "upvotes": 2,
          "replies": {
            "ewvqk7i": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvqk7i/",
              "text": "my mom stresses me about my gpa, and i feel like a complete dumbass cause all of my friends are smart. I slacked at the wrong time. but i keep thinking im gonna end up a neet or something. which is not gonna happen cause 2.6 isnt THAT bad",
              "author": null,
              "created": 1565811868,
              "upvotes": 1,
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                "ewvqssq": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvqssq/",
                  "text": "omg fucking same, although i was super stressed last year and freshman year due to personal issues so i kinda had a reason. also my friend always complains about her 3.7 gpa and i\u2019m just like -.-\n\nthere\u2019s also a kid in my school that has a 3.9 gpa and he complains that his grades suck. like boy if you don\u2019t",
                  "author": "cait1102",
                  "created": 1565812010,
                  "upvotes": 2,
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                }
              }
            }
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "ewwoqto": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwoqto/",
      "text": "Graduated high school as a super senior with 2.0 GPA, went to community college 4.0 then transferred to Georgetown \n\nDon't lose hope!",
      "author": "Arumdaum",
      "created": 1565831693,
      "upvotes": 4,
      "replies": {}
    },
    "ewvb4y6": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvb4y6/",
      "text": "Yes! CC seems like the the best option for you! Something to think about too is a lot of big universities have transfer agreements with their local communities colleges which makes admissions to the uni easier if you attend the CC first. If you have a specific school in mind, check out the local CC. It's surprising how easy it is to transfer. At least for me, that's how I got into my dream school despite screwing around in HS. You got this! Good luck!",
      "author": "ctpjon",
      "created": 1565802586,
      "upvotes": 6,
      "replies": {
        "ewvow6j": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvow6j/",
          "text": "My cc has a ton of guaranteed transfer agreements with state schools (and some out of state) that I'll probably use if I end up for whatever reason not getting into my top pick!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565810879,
          "upvotes": 3,
          "replies": {}
        }
      }
    },
    "ewviw2d": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewviw2d/",
      "text": "Kudos for all your efforts. I'd wish you luck in life but I rather expect you won't need it. Go forth and conquer!",
      "author": "pterelas",
      "created": 1565807168,
      "upvotes": 3,
      "replies": {
        "ewvox3u": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvox3u/",
          "text": "thank you!!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
          "created": 1565810895,
          "upvotes": 2,
          "replies": {}
        }
      }
    },
    "ewvk0p9": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvk0p9/",
      "text": "What state and what high school did you go to OP",
      "author": "davidzau",
      "created": 1565807863,
      "upvotes": 3,
      "replies": {}
    },
    "eww422v": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww422v/",
      "text": "Thanks for your story legit ppl crying over a 3.7 or a 3.8 at my school is a thing and that justs makes me unsure of myself as i casually have a 3.3",
      "author": "happyajammeraj",
      "created": 1565819991,
      "upvotes": 3,
      "replies": {
        "ex6x4wv": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ex6x4wv/",
          "text": "They\u2019re dramatic. Depending on what grade you\u2019re in I would try to bump it up to a 3.5 but 3.3 is good. (With the exception of ivy leagues and other schools with super low acceptance rates) As long as you have a few extracurriculars and a 3.0+ and a decent SAT you can pretty much get into whatever school you want, especially if you apply early action.",
          "author": "chnlmb",
          "created": 1566052838,
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    },
    "eww4vwa": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww4vwa/",
      "text": "Cc isn't bad at all. You also from now on will use your college gpa for applying to graduate and other school",
      "author": "dumdedums",
      "created": 1565820537,
      "upvotes": 3,
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    },
    "ewvddb3": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvddb3/",
      "text": "You're a legend, and now my inspiration. Looking forward rather than what happened behind is often the toughest, yet the best thing to do. \n\nI, personally, am indebted to you because you have made me believe in myself again.",
      "author": "monkeychimp114",
      "created": 1565803953,
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        "ewvqavp": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvqavp/",
          "text": "Awww that makes me so happy! You've got this!!",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
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    "eww3wuo": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww3wuo/",
      "text": "Thank you for sharing this. Your story is inspiring. I went through a similar situation in middle school where I failed multiple classes. For years, I was labeled as \u201cdumb\u201d. I decided to work extra hard in high school, so I managed to get a 3.6 GPA. Now, i\u2019m a high school senior taking APUSH and retaking Algebra 2. I even got into National Honor Society! To anyone reading this with a low GPA, don\u2019t give up. Talk to your school counselor about accommodations, and put 100% into your schoolwork everyday. I promise that you will see improvement in your grades and your self confidence. Everyone is capable of great things when they put in effort and get help when they need it.",
      "author": null,
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    "eww9bmw": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww9bmw/",
      "text": "I did terrible in High School and all of grade school for that matter. Had to go to summer school multiple times and even failed high school and had to be there for five years. But I graduated, don't even know what my GPA was considered and never took a single ACT, AP, SAT etc test or any of that kind. Now fast forward several years and I currently go to UC Davis, one of the top rated Public universities in the country, same rated in the top 10 and even 5. It was because I learned how to learn by simply paying attention and make sure to understand the information rather than memorize it. I then attended Community college and got all A's and B's which is what got me accepted to Davis. \n\nMy advice is to GO TO COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIRST. Even if you got decent grades in HS. You greatly increased your chances of being accepted at a university since they consider transfers top priority and you save a ton of money for the same exact degree. Don't ever let any make you feel down because you went to a CC, when CC in my experience has better professors than many universities. And when you graduate from that university with a bachelor's, masters etc degree with CC first, there's no difference than someone who did all years there other than the price of what it costs you!",
      "author": "HERKFOOT21",
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    "eww566s": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww566s/",
      "text": "You made the right move with the CC.",
      "author": "resorcinarene",
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      "upvotes": 2,
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    "eww9v0l": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww9v0l/",
      "text": "This post gives me hope \ud83d\ude2d\ud83d\ude2d",
      "author": "hellandhoney",
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    "ewwhk9e": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwhk9e/",
      "text": "Wow, what a story! I hope your health continues to improve. Good luck in your future endeavours!! \ud83d\ude0a",
      "author": "cantstopcrying17",
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      "upvotes": 2,
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    "ewwogy0": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwogy0/",
      "text": "Community college is a great place to turn grades around. It's cheaper, and you can always finish up your bachelor's at a more prestigious University once you get your grades up. The best part is no one has to know you went to community college. However it's nothing to be ashamed about. I went to a community college after all. Many people do.",
      "author": "DotBugs",
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    "ewwt2dh": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwt2dh/",
      "text": "4.0 hs gpa -> 3.3 college gpa and 2.7gpa my first year without dual enrollment from high school. It\u2019s almost like high school gpa means nothing in some schools :)",
      "author": "daniel4255",
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    "ewvx3iw": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvx3iw/",
      "text": "Mind sharing the schools u got into and what you will be studying?",
      "author": "msmodernafrican",
      "created": 1565815789,
      "upvotes": 1,
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    "eww745e": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/eww745e/",
      "text": "Ugh my biggest regret is not taking any summer classes this year",
      "author": "SmooveTrack",
      "created": 1565822027,
      "upvotes": 1,
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    },
    "ewwc0fp": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwc0fp/",
      "text": "What we\u2019re the 2 colleges you got into",
      "author": "playboygucci",
      "created": 1565825433,
      "upvotes": 1,
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    "ewwx77f": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwx77f/",
      "text": "You remind me of my cousin, she was in summer school every year from middle school because she kept failing classes, went to a local community college and studied like crazy and now she\u2019s in her final year of law school at IU and is even graduating a year early :)",
      "author": "bigboogahooga",
      "created": 1565837709,
      "upvotes": 1,
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    "ewx7rjo": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewx7rjo/",
      "text": "this is such a relief...I'm wanting to go back to school and actually try to apply myself once I get some other things in order. It's so nice to know there's more hope then not for us who struggled in high school. Good luck on your journey!!!",
      "author": "thatsnuckinfutz",
      "created": 1565847586,
      "upvotes": 1,
      "replies": {}
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    "ewxqdva": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewxqdva/",
      "text": "Congratulations and all the best of luck to you!\n\nHave a nice day.",
      "author": "eccentricgalaxy",
      "created": 1565865928,
      "upvotes": 1,
      "replies": {}
    },
    "ewy2c6g": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewy2c6g/",
      "text": "https://chat.whatsapp.com/IxKUVtu4qRr7044uNtpg4K",
      "author": "vamshi8074",
      "created": 1565873239,
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    "ex801j6": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ex801j6/",
      "text": "Community college is a great way to start over. As someone w/ a 4.6 GPA in high school, my reasons for community was more financial based in the end (most schools didn\u2019t provide enough for me to attend).\n\nCC is definitely underrated and you\u2019re paying typically half of the cost of your first two years.",
      "author": "3400075",
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    "ex8qmp8": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ex8qmp8/",
      "text": "What the fuck man way to come back holy shit",
      "author": "SuccessfulPainter",
      "created": 1566077466,
      "upvotes": 1,
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    "ewvnrcw": {
      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvnrcw/",
      "text": "Wait...a 4.2??? I thought the highest a person could get was a 4.0",
      "author": "graypineapples",
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        "ewvpwlo": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvpwlo/",
          "text": "AP and honors classes can bring you above a 4.0, at least in my school district.",
          "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
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            "ewwuvem": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwuvem/",
              "text": "oh, I didn't know that! Thanks for telling me :)",
              "author": "graypineapples",
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                "ewwwc48": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwwc48/",
                  "text": "No problem! It was a valid question, not sure why ppl are downvoting you",
                  "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
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        "ewwkgx3": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwkgx3/",
          "text": "How long have you been on this subreddit?",
          "author": "RoUrBoat123",
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      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewvo6q9/",
      "text": "Just out of curiosity, which school did you attend??",
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      "author": null,
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        "ewwkxcf": {
          "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwkxcf/",
          "text": "This subreddit is for genuine advice and giving constructive criticism. Don't be an asshole.",
          "author": "RoUrBoat123",
          "created": 1565830110,
          "upvotes": 6,
          "replies": {
            "ewwsbk5": {
              "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwsbk5/",
              "text": "Sorry, I shouldn\u2019t have said that. Putting down people who have struggled only fosters elitism which is toxic. To the OP, I apologize for my insensitive comment and I have deleted it. Also, congrats on your 4.0 at cc. Truthfully, I didn\u2019t read the full post before I commented. Lesson learned.",
              "author": "vaibhavkeshari",
              "created": 1565834123,
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                "ewwwklz": {
                  "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwwklz/",
                  "text": "It\u2019s cool. Just know low academic performance \u2260 low intelligence!",
                  "author": "ughpatheticthrowaway",
                  "created": 1565837224,
                  "upvotes": 3,
                  "replies": {
                    "ewwx3gk": {
                      "link": "/r/ApplyingToCollege/comments/cqakh4/update_applying_to_college_with_a_14_gpa/ewwx3gk/",
                      "text": "Yes, your 1.4 HS to 4.0 college gpa is pure evidence of that statement. School is all about motivation and work ethic at the end of the day. Keep up the good work!",
                      "author": "vaibhavkeshari",
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