I am currently a sophomore with a major in psychology (BA). My current GPA is a 2.47. Freshman year my grades were:
Intro to psychology-D; plan to retake next semester
Intro to Chem-C; retook and received a B- (I need at least a B to remain pre med so I would have to talk to my dean and asked to be allowed to take the course an additional time)
Pre Cal-C; retook and received a D-, retaking again this semester
English-B
Spanish-B
Theatre Appreciation-B
Greek Mythology-B
Yes, I know, this looks AWFUL. My transition into college was the hardest thing I have ever endured in my entire life. I was very sheltered growing up and had never really been away from home before. I had horrible roommates, an eating disorder, depression, anxiety, and numerous issues going on back home (mother diagnosed with cancerous tumor in spine and breast, grandmother dying, grandparents divorcing, etc.) And here I am sophomore year, realizing my passion for medicine and ready to take a deep breath and do what I need to do and strive for excellence…but I know that it may be too late and that terrifies me. I know I should’ve asked for help and guidance while I was drowning, but I was too proud and embarrassed to admit I was in trouble so I tried (and failed at) the “fake it 'till you make it” approach. What if I retook that intro to Chem class to get the B and continue on the pre med track, took classes over the summer, did well in my courses from here on out, stayed in college an extra year to catch up and perfect my GPA, attended a post bacc. program, got involved in pre med societies on campus, completed volunteer work and shadowing, and made a good MCAT score? Would that give me any chance at all? I know I messed up bad, probably worse than any one else in all of existence. Lol. But I know that I’m smart and that I can handle this. Forgive me if you’re not religious, but I feel like God had to pull me into this hole in order for me to realize my passion and learn to work hard so that I could pull myself out, and I am ready to do that! I would like to know if my plan sounds promising, or if I really should give up my dream of medical school all together. All comments and advice are greatly appreciated.
