Κυριακή 13 Οκτωβρίου 2013
Can a High School Graduate Be Denied College?
Getting into college requires more than simply graduating from high school. Colleges consider academic achievement, leadership involvement and timely submission of a complete admissions packet when determining who will join the freshman class. Furthermore, competition for a spot in college has gotten stiffer. The lagging economy has encouraged more high school graduates to seek college over work, and colleges have responded by raising admission standards. If you are interested in going to college, understanding why colleges deny admission will help you prepare for the application process.
Incomplete Applications
If you apply to college, be sure to make a checklist of everything required. Colleges will deny admission to students with incomplete application packets. For example, if you apply online and fail to have an official transcript sent to the college, your application will remain incomplete. Similarly, if you don't pay a required fee, your application may not be reviewed. Generally, colleges provide a detailed list of what you need to submit. Covering all details is imperative if you don’t want to be denied admission to college.
Poor Academic Performance
You may have earned a high school diploma, but what classes did you take and what was your grade-point average? Many colleges are looking specifically for students that took Advanced Placement courses and demand a high GPA. For example, the average GPA for admitted students at UCLA is 3.89. Illinois State University does not state an average GPA but says that they give preference to students with a track record of high academic achievement. Look at the school's stated academic qualifications when you are applying. The bottom line is that you can be denied admission to college if your high school record does not meet admission expectations at your college of choice.
Falsifying Documents
If you are not truthful with the information you submit when filling out a college application, you can be denied admission. Colleges have a duty to verify all information that applicants use, including academic records, proof of residency and financial information. If you are unsure of questions that are asked, take the time to find out the correct answers. Falsifying information could also hinder your ability to apply to other colleges in the future.
Competitive Process
Believe it or not, you can be denied admission based upon non-academic factors. For example, if you cannot demonstrate leadership roles, co-curricular involvement, and strong recommendations from teachers and counselors, you may not make the cut. Some colleges also rely heavily on the content you include in a personal essay. It is imperative that you begin preparing right away in high school so that you can submit a complete package when applying for college. Failure to do so can cost you the opportunity to attend.
