大學會審視你整份申請，而GPA是申請表的其中一個考量項目，其實還有其他重要因素可以用來彌補GPA分數不高，例如：
 | 良好的GRE/GMAT成績 |
 | 具說服力的個人陳述，並能解釋GPA分數不高的原因 |
 | 內容豐富並理由充分的老師推薦信 |
申請競爭性較低的研究生課程或者有助提高被錄取的機會，但你亦應當努力提升GPA分數。
The universities look at your overall application, in which the GPA is one part of the application. There are other important components that can compensate your low GPA, such as:
 | A good GRE/GMAT score |
 | A persuasive personal statement that explains your low GPA |
 | Informative and supportive recommendation letters from faculty members |
Applying for less competitive postgraduate programmes may increase the chances of getting accepted. But you are encouraged to work hard to raise your GPA. |