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How important is college gpa?
How important is college gpa? If I double major and take challenging classes, does it matter if I get a 4.0 vs and 3.0 for future job opportunities? Is experience more important?
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Teklemuz Ayenew Tesfay
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Teklemuz Ayenew’s Answer
College GPA matters most early in your career, especially for competitive jobs or scholarship opportunities where it may be used to screen applicants. Maintaining a 3.0 GPA is generally sufficient to qualify for exams and interviews. While in college, it’s valuable to participate in extracurricular activities, internships, volunteering, shadowing, personal projects, research, or technical training related to your field and career goals, as these experiences strengthen your resume and professional readiness. Employers prioritize applicants with solid knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience, not just academic performance.
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Jessica’s Answer
College GPA matters most for your first job, grad school, or competitive programs, but its importance drops once you build real-world experience. Employers often value internships, hands-on skills, and leadership more than the difference between a 4.0 and a 3.0, especially if you challenged yourself with a demanding double major. Aim to keep your GPA solid while prioritizing experience and practical skills that show what you can actually do. Best of luck!