How important will my daughters GPA be when she starts looking for jobs?
Different employers place varying emphasis on a candidate’s GPA. Some employers require a certain minimum GPA to be eligible for consideration, while others do not. Usually, an employer seeks an entire range of skills, qualities, experiences, and aptitudes, all of which combine to create the right mix for the particular job opportunity. Factors such as involvement in college activities, leadership experiences, extracurricular employment showing a strong work ethic, internships, and community service can be compelling reasons to hire a student for an entry-level position, regardless of GPA. When a student comes to the Office of Career Services, we work with the student to showcase the best of all the student has to offer a potential employer. That said, we encourage all students to work for the highest GPA possible.
