What is the average GPA of Admits into Top Chem Phd Programs

[Sarah_Blake333]

I'm a junior chemistry and biochemistry major who is looking to apply to some competitive chem PhD Programs (like MIT, Stanford, etc). I am completely aware that the quality and output of research produced is far more important than GPA, but I dont understand what the expected GPA of successful applicants is (regardless of its relative importance). I have a 3.96 GPA and I'm not sure if its too low and I require a 4.0. I am actively working on research adn anticipate to have two-three papers by the time I apply but I wasn't sure if my GPA was a problem, especially with how competitive applications are these days.