Friday afternoon was a mix of cheers and tears as high school seniors learned if they were admitted to the University of Georgia.
Just under 19,000 students applied for nearly 5,100 slots, said Nancy McDuff, associate vice president for admissions and enrollment management.
The admitted class boasted top scores. They earned an average 3.87 GPA and scored about 29 on the ACT and 1310 on the math and verbal SAT, said McDuff, who added the school was still analyzing the data. They also took, on average, just under six college-level courses, such as Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate.
Students "need to take hard classes and do well in them," McDuff said, adding that high school courses and grades are the best predictors of success at UGA.
Admission to UGA and other colleges has become more competitive as record numbers of students apply. This larger pool of applicants has allowed colleges to be more selective.
"Monday will be a rough day," McDuff said, as the admissions office hears from upset students and parents.
Students denied admission may still have a chance to become a Bulldog. About one-third of students who graduate from the college every year started at a different school and transferred to UGA, McDuff said.
Applicants can view admissions decisions here: www.admissions.uga.edu/access.html.
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