<p>okay here's my dilemma: I had problems at home this past semester and had trouble focusing on my studies. I know, it's very 'shady' or 'making-family-problems-as-an-excuse' reason but its true. Its also true that I do not like math. I have As on all my other science courses, and all other GE courses. (except for a B in art, which was also last semester, along with calc II. ridiculous, huh?) Not only this, but my other math grades were also pretty bad. a B in precalc and another B in calc I, each has their own weird situation/reason why I cant get As on both of them. Bottom line is, math had always been a problem for me due to my shaky foundation. </p>
<p>Realistically, do I still have a chance of raising my GPA? overall GPA is 3.6, science is 3.41.(that includes my B in precalc, 3.48 if not included). And can you suggest ways for me to raise my GPA after this? I will try reasoning out with my professor, but he is strict about his grading policy. And the dreaded question: do I still have a chance at ANY medical school?</p>
<p>Sorry for the long post. Thank you for your time.</p>
<p>Yes, you still have a chance at medical school. How many semesters do you have left until application time? With solid performance in another two semesters, you could boost your overall GPA and BCPM GPA.</p>
<p>I am in my 2nd year (out of 5) in college. The only lower division science courses i could take to boost my GPA are the 2 semesters of ochem and a 3rd semester of biology, 2 semesters of physics and (maybe) a third semester of math. The rest will be upper division biology classes. No more math classes, which I think would help me a lot, as I can concentrate more on the science classes I will take. What do you guys think I should do?</p>
<p>Do you have a chance of raising your GPA- Yes, just make sure to do well in the rest of your classes.</p>
<p>Do you have a chance of getting into any medical school- Of course. Just finish out strong and make sure the rest of your application is solid. GPA is only one part of the total package. </p>
<p>If math isn't your thing then give stats a try. It's factored into your BCMP GPA and most people find it easier than traditional courses and definitely easier than Calc II.</p>