Omitting an entire degree on a college application

Applying to College
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<p>I graduated with a BA from a state university over a year ago. Prior to this, I received an AA from a state community college. My gpa at the community college was a 3.65, and my gpa from the state university was a 2.7. I never applied for or took any grants or loans. </p>

<p>I would like to restart my college career, seeking some kind of biology degree. After that, I would likely go to a graduate school of some kind (maybe even medical school if possible). </p>

<p>I am concerned about disclosing my entire academic history. My history clearly shows a downward trend in performance. </p>

<p>If I were to leave the BA degree off my college application, I would have a much higher GPA to start with. I would also have the potential to have a much higher GPA once I finished. The only reason I'm considering this is because of the possibility of medical school. Otherwise, I think I could get into a decent grad school with a new BS in some type of biology. </p>

<p>I have heard that you can do a FERPA block to stop schools from seeing your academic history. What are the chances of getting away with omitting an entire degree from my application (I would likely apply to a university in a different state)? I know the consequences already. I also know that it is highly immoral according to social norms. Thank you for your help.</p>

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<p>Your scheme won’t work as colleges and grad schools you’ll apply to will insert your name into a subscribed database and your first degree will come up. No way to hide that. Then you’ll be summarily rejected.</p>

<p>Just put your best foot fwd – don’t commit fraud.</p>

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<p>[National</a> Student Clearinghouse: Degree verification & enrollment verification](<a href=“http://www.studentclearinghouse.org/]National”>http://www.studentclearinghouse.org/)</p>

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<p>I figured as much. I suppose med school is out of the question. Instead, I will pursue an undergrad and grad degree in either biochem or molecular bio. I really want to contribute to the upcoming genetic revolution. Thanks for your help.</p>