At minimum, experts say, students must generally meet a GPA standard of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale – or a C average – to maintain "good academic standing," remain eligible for federal financial aid and ...

In the highly competitive medical school admissions process, grades can make or break an application, experts say. Top programs often expect a GPA of 3.6 or higher, with A’s and B’s in science courses ...

Undergraduate GPA is important for MBA program admissions, but it’s not the only factor. Applicants can bolster their applications with a range of credentials and experiences to stand out. “Successful ...

USA TODAY High School Sports has a weekly column on the college recruiting process. Here, you’ll find practical tips and real-world advice on becoming a better recruit to maximize your opportunities ...

I want to attend a top-tier college. My problem is my GPA, which I believe will be 3.0 when I graduate. I don’t think that my GPA is an accurate indicator of my potential. On the old SAT, I scored ...

Today’s graduation ISSUE is a salute not only to the brainiest teens whose ambition pushed them to the tops of their class, but also to those students who overcame hardships just to get to graduation ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to grade-point average in college, it may seem similar to high school, but the stakes are higher with financial aid, ...