How realistic is overcoming a low GPA with a postbac?

[Letrie]

How realistic is it?

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[CanIHazDopamine]

You have lots of time. Upper level sciences are a little easier than pre-reqs in my opinion, since the grading and curves aren't as harsh. Just do well in the rest of your classes and kill the MCAT. The MCAT should be a good indicator of your success in med school. From what little experience I have on SDN, I think the most important part of becoming a doctor is doing well in "medical school", not "getting into medical school". So, all those people who cut corners and stuff are doing themselves a disservice. Think about post-baccs after junior year if your grades are still bad.

 

[OMGMike]

You have lot's of time. Upper level sciences are a little easier than pre-reqs in my opinion, since the grading and curves aren't as harsh. Just do well in the rest of your classes and kill the MCAT. The MCAT should be a good indicator of your success in med school. From what little experience I have on SDN, I think the most important part of becoming a doctor is doing well in "medical school", not "getting into medical school". So, all those people who cut corners and stuff are doing themselves a disservice. Think about post-baccs after junior year if your grades are still bad.

Nice username.

I'm with Dopamine - you still have plenty of time and if you work hard. If do nail that ~3.4 GPA and a solid MCAT score (shoot for 32 or better) there is no reason that MD school wouldn't be an option (or DO with an MCAT of 28-29 or better). Now is a good time to make sure you are working on your ECs as well!