A low GPA does not have to stay that way.
A high GPA is beneficial for a number of reasons. If you plan to apply for a graduate program or specialized degree, competitive programs seek students with high GPAs in their previous schooling. In today's tough job market, a high GPA looks good on a resume and may be just what you need to help you stand out above other applicants. If your GPA is less than desirable, it is not impossible to bring it back up.
Talk to the Professor
If you are doing poorly in classes during your current semester, it is important to talk to your teacher as soon as possible to see what might be done. Depending on circumstances, some professors may allow you to re-submit an assignment for partial points, or may offer an extra credit assignment. This is typically only done if you are in good standing for the class. Most professors only grant you extra point opportunities if you have turned in all of your assignments and they feel you have put forth genuine effort in the class. If you have been slacking off, you are likely to be told you got the grade you deserved. Never wait until the end of the semester to talk to your professor, otherwise it may be too late. Go in for help as soon as you see your grades are suffering.
Attend All Classes
Many students think they can get by in college by skipping class and skimming the book on their own time. This almost always has negative effects. You are almost guaranteed to miss out on important information if you don't attend every class. Aside from the fact that you will be better prepared for your class when you attend the lectures, many professors assign points for attendance, and good attendance could be the difference between a passing grade and a failing grade. In addition, if you are talking to a teacher about ways to raise your grade, she is usually more likely to help you if your attendance has been good and she knows you have been putting in effort. Classes should only be missed in cases of extreme illness or other emergencies.
Retake Classes
Sometimes it is only a few classes causing your GPA to suffer. Many universities allow you to retake a class you have done poorly in for a better grade. The class you took the first time around will still show up on your transcripts in some cases, depending on the university's policy. However, it will no longer affect your GPA as long as you receive a better grade the second time around. This takes extra time and money, and most people don't want to repeat classes, but it is one of the most effective ways of bringing up a GPA.
Work Hard
The best way to get your GPA up is simply to work hard for the remainder of your classes. Take more time to study and become familiar with the text books. Get tutoring on subjects that you are struggling with. Contact your professor if there is something in the class you are unclear about. Do not wait until the end of the semester when you know you are failing to buckle down. By that point it is usually too late. Work hard from the beginning, and you will be less frantic at the end.
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