<p>I was hoping to go into one of the top grad. schools in biology (UCSF, UC Berkeley, Harvard...) but I'm worried about my GPA.</p>
<p>It's a 3.75 right now. I know its not bad, but I realize too that to get into a school like UC Berkeley or UCSF, 3.75 probably won't do it.</p>
<p>Or is a 3.75 good enough for a Berkeley or UCSF-caliber biology graduate school?</p>
<p>I've got some research experience, and I'll keep working in a lab...but I'm really concerned about my grades.</p>
<p>GPA is not very important at all for graduate programs. Above 3.5 and you’re fine. Obviously your GPA can scale inversely with the quality of your undergraduate institution. Research experience and letters of recommendation are far more important - so don’t worry so much about classwork and spend your time in lab!</p>
<p>GPA is adequate, but you need to demonstrate committment and understanding to research. Working in a research lab is essential for getting into strong biology grad programs</p>
<p>Your GPA is fine.</p>
<p>i would guess it depends on what school you went to. but of course as others mentioned there are other important criterias such as research experience, gre, rec letters, etc. good luck!</p>
<p>Your research is what will set you apart at this point because your GPA is high enough to make you competitive. The schools you are focusing on will have people who have scholarships, awards, published papers, etc. and you need to really have stellar research and recommendations as others have pointed out. Keep your GPA above 3.7 and focus on your research.</p>
<p>What year are you right now?</p>