Is it possible to get an IM or GM title if you start chess later?

Christamp, IM in high school isn't common.

im 1800 and 12 i might have a shot

Does anyone here have FIDE rating? Cause I have....

I know but there one in my state

i have been stuck in the 1900-2000 range for about a year now and i am also 11, so just saying gaining 500 points in one year at this level needs some real commitment such as homeschooling

i do i am 1800 classical,1900 rapid,and 1900 blitz

I'm 2200 chess.com and almost 2000 uscf. I just turned 13 a few days ago

nice

https://www.chess.com/forum/view/general/who-is-the-oldest-person-ever-to-become-grandmaster

might interest the OP

Yes

I think you can

I am trying for Grandmaster before college ends.

I'm 2000+ USCF and I'm only a few years away from you

thx

It's better to get either one of them IM or GM title but I'm just playing chess for fun and have more friends.

Ray Duque III, GMBD

I think it is definitely possible for someone to get an IM or GM title if they start chess later on. It may be more difficult (due to work and other responsibilities), but definitely possible. You just have to put a lot of hard work and dedication imo.

Im 2137 USCF and currently grinding for NM

Wow nice, how old were u when you first started playing?

hey Christamp I have ADHD and it only makes me worse at chess ADHD is suppost to put your head in the clouds not help you in a Chess game

No I pump caffeine or play music and it helps you just gotta look for what helps you

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