<p>Hey I've got a quick question about my grades. I'm studying aerospace engineering for my undergrad degree. I'm considering grad school in aerospace engineering. Long story short, I have recieved 4 D's so far (in Dynamics, statics, linear algebra, and thermodynamics). I also have a few scattered C's. </p>
<p>Anyways, I'm repeating the 4 courses that I got D's in. This will allow me to significantly boost up my GPA because the D's will be replaced with the grade I get this time around (likely A's). This will put my GPA in the 3.2-range. Although the D's get replaced for my numerical GPA, I'm wondering if they will still show up on my transcript? With this said do I have a shot at grad school? Technically, my GPA will be above a 3.0 . . . </p>
<p>Also, my parents are willing to pay for all of my grad school expenses, so I don't need to worry about funding.</p>
<p>Whether or not the original grades will still show on your transcript depends on your university policy. Most universities, I believe, show both the original grades and show that the course has been repeated for a new grade. Some universities may not show the original grades, but will indicate that the course has been repeated; and some universities may only show the new grades. Check your student handbook or call the registrar’s office for an answer to this.</p>
<p>Yes, the D’s will show up on your transcript. When you apply to grad school, you have to write an essay on your intent… you can always explain these grades then. If your GPA and experience are good enough, or if you have a professor in the AERO Dpt. that will vouch for you (to the grad school committee), then you’ll be fine. If you do want to grad school for AERO, I’d suggest doing research with a professor immediately. Pick the prof wisely though, some AERO profs are better than others to do it with.</p>
<p>Do the D’s get replaced in your numerical GPA?</p>