Hard to get a good gpa?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of California - San Diego
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<p>Yea, I met some of the BioE kids at admit day and they didn't seem stupid. But then again, most of them arent trying to get into med school so they will prolly not be as motivated as me to study their A$$ off.</p>

<p>I understand that going premed at UCSD is going to be hard. I could have gone to a private school with lots of grade inflation but I think the quality of the bioE program at UCSD really appealed to me. I am going to try to have the best of both worlds. Go to a demanding but prestigious bioE program and make it into med school. Hopefully, things work out.</p>

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But then again, most of them arent trying to get into med school so they will prolly not be as motivated as me to study their A$$ off.

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<p>Yes they are. </p>

<p>That said, as long as you don't underestimate the competition and work accordingly, I think you'll be fine.</p>

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<p>you serious? I asked around a lot of the kids that were bioE and they werent premed at all?</p>

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<p>There are tons of premeds, especially in bioengineering. Alot don't come IN knowing they want to do premed, but the major virtually overlaps all the requirements.</p>

<p>:)</p>

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<p>Alright. Instead of debating on this forum, I better go get psyched for some cutthroat competition.</p>

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<p>Anyone know what the average gpa in a communications major is?</p>

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<p>UCSD is California's freaking capital of pre-med students. You'll find that many people in your general classes (chem,bio,physics) have taken the class before so you're going to have to buck up. Secondly, if you have taken the class in HS, it's waaaay harder in college, so don't expect to be sitting pretty without studying hard.</p>

<p>It's funny because like 30% of freshmans are "pre-med" but only 5% of seniors are "pre-med." What does that indicate? Yeah, a lot of people drop out :(</p>

<p>Anyway, a 3.5 GPA in a science-related major is obviously going to be tough. Consider that several classes are curved so <10% get A's. Further, the people in these classes are mostly pre-med, pre-dental or pre-pharm. THIS is why UCSD is known for it's freaking competitive atmosphere ... how the hell could that not be competitive.</p>

<p>Then again, it's like this at all schools, just a bit worse at UCSD. Try to keep your head on straight and stay sane by socializing. Or, just go to another school and enjoy college.</p>

<p>This post seems kinda harsh, LOL ... just prepin' you for the worst of the worst.</p>

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<p>Of that 30%, I wonder how many seriously are thinking of med school. Lets say that that 20% are dedicated to it (so 75% of committed premeds get weeded out BEFORE applying).</p>

<p>I only say 20% since 10% probably have that idea in the back of their mind as a "maybe I want to be a doctor"...but not to the extent where they know they want to say, work on gastrointestinal consults.</p>

<p>It's a marathon.</p>

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<p>"Anyone know what the average gpa in a communications major is?"</p>

<p>anyone know?</p>

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<p>I was wondering the same thing because I am looking for the easiest major in order to get into law school. I visited last week and students said that they thought political science was easier than communications. Yet, I spoke with a lady in the communications department who said the average grade was a B+. Meaning, communications majors average 3.3. This is great compared to the 3.0 school average. Anyone have more info on easiest majors at UCSD??</p>

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<p>Can you major in anything and as long as you fill the requirements continue on to med/law school?</p>

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<p>yes but certain majors will prepare you more for law/med school.</p>

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<p>does your major affect your admission? will certain majors be like bonuses on your med school applications and others be somewhat of negatives?</p>

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<p>any grade inflation? or is it on a strict bell curve? (i heard this is especially for science majors)</p>