What grade point average would you need in order to get into harvard university?

About a 2.9 GPA or higher should land you a spot in harvard.

What grade point average would you need in order to get into harvard university?
To get into schools like Harvard, it's rarely a matter of gpa since they turn down many 4.0's every year. They can't take the top student from each school, or even each state, really. You need to have something special about you - a publication, actual research, put out a CD, started a non-profit, ran for office, etc. Something to set you apart - normal gpa and extra-circulars won't make you stand out. You might get in anyway, but it's a long shot, no matter what your gpa is.
Reply:probably a 3.8 or higher, but you need more than that to get into Harvard. You really have to have somthing special about yourself to get in there.
Reply:If you need to ask this question in this forum, forget going to any university.
Reply:Plenty of people with 4.0's and perfect test scores get denied often.





It's a combination of the "total package", sheer luck, your competition, etc. to get in.
Reply:There's no good answer to that-- too many factors play into the process.





Your background, test scores, extracurriculars, admissions essays/personal statements, etc. are all factors.





Generally, you'll want at least a 3.5 gpa, if not higher. But, the other factors are important, too.





The higher your GPA, the more impressive your test scores, and the most unique, exemplary extracurriculars you have, the better your chances.





Extraccuriculars are not about how many you're involved with, but your level of participation. Did you found a top charity in your city? Did you invent something? It's not about how many boards you're on or memberships you hold.
Reply:4.0+ leadership + extracurriculars + service work + good interview = possible admission
Reply:There is no formula for gaining admission to Harvard. Successful applicants present strong academic credentials, evidence of highly developed talents or interests, motivation and character. We hope that every student who is committed to excellence in its many forms will explore the opportunities at Harvard and consider applying to the College. There is no single academic path we expect all students to follow, but the strongest applicants take the most rigorous secondary school curricula available to them. An ideal four-year preparatory program includes four years of English, with extensive practice in writing; four years of math; four years of science: biology, chemistry, physics, and an advanced course in one of these subjects; three years of history, including American and European history; and four years of one foreign language.





The Admissions Committee recognizes that schools vary by size, academic program, and grading policies, so we do not have rigid grade requirements.





There is no single academic path we expect all students to follow, but the strongest applicants take the most rigorous secondary school curricula available to them. We do seek students who achieve at a high level, and most admitted students rank in the top 10-15% of their graduating classes.