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Question #118:

Up to this semester my cumulative undergraduate GPA was 3.7. Unfortunately, this semester I am not doing well and my GPA has dropped to 3.5 (2.5 in Organic Chemistry). Will this affect my chances for Medical School?

Answer #118:

Everything you do affects your medical school applications, but as long as you can explain this temporary lapse, you should be fine. You can discuss it on your application or during your interviews. Make sure, however, that the lapse is indeed temporary. Grades, of course, are not the only criterion considered. Prepare well for your MCATs and make sure that your application essay is original and insightful. Of course, Organic Chemistry is one of the most important classes medical school admissions officers look at. You might try taking it again over the summer. Even though it will not have an effect on your GPA, it will show them that you really want to make sure you have learned as much Organic Chemistry as you can. EDUFAX provides services for the Collegebound High School Student.

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