do you really need high grades to get a college scholarship?
152435
It definately helps, there are a lot more scholarships open for those with 3.5+ or 4.0 grades than 3.0.  There are still scholarships available to those in need and to those who may have had average grades in the past, just not as many.
469769
You have a good chance of being accepted, but academic scholarships to such schools are ultra-competitive. There are probably plenty of people applying who have a 3.9 or 4.0
469107
Its not, unless your going for top 10% or honor student so you have a better chance at scholarships.  If you just want to pass, then it doesn't really matter.  Its good practice for when you get into college (when it does matter), but other then that I wouldn't worry so long as your not in danger of failing.
707024
Yes.  All of your grades in high school count.
118329
Everyone believes that you have to score thirty points to get a scholarship but that is not true, unless you are trying to go to one of the big name colleges. Even those college dont necessary look at just points. They look at the way you play the game, do you play hard all the time you get on the floor, Do you do everything such as diving for loose balls, make the extra pass to an open teammate, do you box out, do you listen to your coach, do you play defense, etc. Most coaches know that given the opportunity any one can score but can anyone get themselves open for a shot, can they move without the ball, can they make there teammates better. That is what takes you to the next level. Plus you have to have good grades cause a coach will take a kid with the same level of talent that you have but has better grades than you cause he is less of a risk to fail off the team, so you have to take school pretty serious.  \nIf you do this and get an offer you should first talk to your parent about taking a trip down to the school the school will probaly pay for you and one parent anyway so take advantage of this, this way you get a feel of the campus, the players and so on. You should maybe try to play against some of the guys this way you can get a taste of the next level while the coach sees if you fit the system he has. If you have more than one offer compare the offers and see which one is better for you both basketball wise and academic wise cause at the end of the day you are there for a degree. You should also never stop trying to get better so if you do decide to go you will be ready.Also once you get there keep working hard and don't get discourage if you don't play right away just keep doing what got you there while improving and the coach will notice and hopefully put you in the rotation. So I hope that helped you \n\nBigb41202
862079
All of the above. (grades, rank, standardized tests)\n\nAnd if your application is not spell-checked and grammar checked, forget it.\n\nEdit: No idea what the person below me is talking about. None of the Ivies give out athletic scholarships. The people who go to college at an Ivy do it the same way anyone else does: student loans. They are just in debt longer than anyone else.
65417
Most of the time the scholarship is a reward for an achievement of some kind.  One might push themself harder to obtain one.  Scholarships are important to help you get into a college that you might not otherwise have the financial means to.  Any money that you do not have to pay is a good thing, it really helps out a lot.
585849
Yes, there are scholarships available from Harvard, because our son turned one down. I believe in his case it was offered to him, because he had a 4.0 grade average throughout his highschool years.
1115601
it depends. Is this the new SAT where the score is 2400? If so, more than likely most schools will not offer over 1/2 of expenses in scholarships.\n\nIf this was the old SAT with it's 1600, then you're in good fitting. Most schools will offer you a decent scholarship. However, if the school has a large number of students (20,000 and above), you'll be competing against more students with a high scores and GPAs, so you will likely not get much from them.
796332
unfortunately, not these days.  colleges and universities aren't only looking for a decent GPA, they also want a "well-rounded" student, meaning they want you to participate in clubs, activities, sports, and local community activities/programs (volunteer stuff.) for the ivy league big-boys, you still can't be a total failure, unless they're giving you a sport scholarship, and then you can pretty much teswt lower than wood and still get accepted.  if you're anywhere before your senior year (11th grade or lower) jump into activitites, keep up with your studies, and make sure you have enough tuition money before applying!!!
1138932
Like all the good colleges, a high GPA, high SAT, well-written essay, sufficient extra-curricular activities/competitions, honest and positive recommendation letters etc. are recommended. None of the good colleges have a firm limit "If you don't have a 3.0 you won't get in" or "If you have a 4.0 you're guaranteed." They look at everything and see if there's a pattern of a good student behind it. If they can figure out who you are through the application and determine that you as a person are worthwhile then you'll probably get in.\n\nSo for example, BS'ing your essay is going to hurt more than missing a 4.0 because of just one B. Joining no extracurriculars is going to hurt you more than getting a slightly low score on your first SAT. And a lot of times its your fit with your college, how much room they have, and if they already have or badly need someone like you.\n\nTuition is nominally almost $50k a year, but like all the good colleges, admissions is entirely merit-based and financial-need-blind, and financial aid is entirely need-based and merit-blind. So if you're not able to pay all $50k a year (like most people), you won't, and it won't hurt your chances.
943458
Scholarships are harder to get- you have to apply, most times write an essay and be very exemplary for someone to want to give you a scholarship. \n\nWhy? Because a scholarship is free money, a gift. Money to go to school, pay for books, etc.\n\nLoans you also have to apply for. First fill out a FAFSA form. These you pay back everything and interest on them. This is NOT free. You pay for loan money. \n\nLoan money is designed to pay for everything that grants and scholarships don't cover.
967976
If you have a scholarship that covers all of your eligible expenses, then you wouldn't be eligible for a tax credit since that's only for what you actually pay.  But if your scholarship doesn't cover all the eligible expenses, you can still claim a tax credit for the eligible expenses that you have to pay over and above the scholarship.  You don't get a tax credit for the amounts that your scholarship pays.\n\nGood luck.
491412
Don't get so fixated on grades that you drive yourself crazy. Make sure your life has balance. Colleges like to see that you have a life and interests outside school.\n\nThe key to getting A's in high school is to make sure you do all your assignments and turn them in on time, in addition to studying hard for every test. If the teacher offers extra credit for something, do it even if you are already getting a good grade, just to buy yourself a little wiggle room in case you blow something later. And remember, even if you get a B (or worse) the world won't end and you will still be able to get in a good college.\n\nThe most important thing is that you continue to enjoy learning. Have fun and take advantage of all the experiences that high school has to offer.
952807
There are lots of scholarships available all over the place.  Some are based on academic achievement and some are based on need.\n\nI cannot get any kind of scholarship because I have no academic achievement and no need.  You might have better luck.\n\nI am an idiot and people call me a moron, and that might have something to do with it too.
1100989
A 4.0 GPA is better because it shows that you are willing to put in the work and be responsible on a consistent basis. That is what colleges want to see. A high SAT score is meaningless without anything to back it up.
668668
Apply for a scholarship.